Solar Access.pdf

1. Neighbourhood planning and landscape
design presentation
"SOLAR ACCESS "
Welcome and thank you for joining
today's presentation on
Presented by
Md. Foishal Ahmed Md. Raihan pk.
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Department of Urban and Regional Planning
Pabna University of Science and Technology

2. Contents
Factors Influencing Solar
Access
Content 3
Why Solar Access Matters
Content 2
Introduction
Content 1
Challenges to Solar Access
Content 6
Solar access in urban
planning
Content 5
Benefits of Solar Access
Content 4
Enhancing Solar Access
Content 7
Success Stories
Content 8
Conclusion
Content 9

3. Introduction
Solar access refers to the
critical aspect of solar energy
utilization - the availability and
exposure of an area to sunlight.
Solar energy offers immense
potential for reducing
greenhouse gas emissions,
combating climate change, and
moving towards a greener
future.
Throughout this presentation, you will
gain insights into factors influencing
solar access, the benefits it offers to
individuals and communities, and the
challenges faced in its
implementation.

4. Q)Why Solar
Access Matters?
Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of power.
Access to sunlight is essential for solar panels to generate
electricity efficiently.
Promoting solar access reduces reliance on fossil fuels,
leading to a greener and more sustainable future.

5. Factors Influencing
Solar Access
2.Seasonal
changes:
3.Obstructions:
Sunlight exposure varies throughout
the year due to Earth's tilt.
Equatorial regions receive more
sunlight compared to higher latitudes.
Trees, buildings, and other structures
can cast shadows, reducing solar
access.
4.Climate
conditions:
Cloud cover and weather patterns
affect the amount of sunlight reaching
the ground
1.Geographical
location:

6. Benefits of Solar
Access
1.Clean Energy Generation: Solar
panels convert sunlight into electricity
without producing greenhouse gas
emissions.
2.Energy Independence: Harnessing
solar energy reduces dependence on
external energy sources.
3.Cost Savings: Solar power can lead
to substantial savings on electricity
bills over time.
4.Job Creation: The solar industry
provides employment opportunities in
manufacturing, installation, and
maintenance.

7. Solar access in
urban planning
The goal of using solar access in urban planning is to create well-
designed urban districts that assure exposure of buildings' elevations
and public spaces to the sun during a desired period of the year.
Urban areas that do not consider solar access may cause discomfort
inside buildings and on the street, as well as increase energy
consumption for lighting and heating, due to the lack of passive solar
energy.On the other hand, as a result, buildings without solar access
may also have less solar heat gain and thus reduced cooling load.

8. Challenges to
Solar Access:
2.Grid Integration:
3.Storage:
Balancing intermittent solar power
with the existing energy grid can be
complex.
Large-scale solar installations require
significant land areas, potentially
conflicting with other land uses.
Developing efficient energy storage
solutions is crucial for using solar
power during non-sunny periods.
4.Upfront Costs:
Initial investments in solar installations
might be a barrier for some individuals
and businesses.
1.Land Use:

9. Government Incentives:
Implementing subsidies, tax
credits, and feed-in tariffs to
encourage solar adoption.
Community Solar Projects:
Shared solar installations enable
multiple users to benefit from a
single solar array.
Solar Mapping: Using
technology to identify areas
with the best solar potential and
planning accordingly.
Innovative Financing: Exploring
options like power purchase
agreements (PPAs) to make
solar accessible without high
upfront costs.
Enhancing Solar
Access:

10. Solar-Powered Microgrids Empowering Communities
Success Stories
Solar Energy Adoption in Urban Settings
Solar-Powered Businesses and Industries
Solar Solutions in Agriculture and Water Management
Community Solar Projects and Shared Solar Models
Solar Energy in Disaster Relief and Humanitarian Efforts
Government-Led Solar Access Programs in Developing Nations
Solar Innovation and Technological Advancements

11. Conclusion
"Solar Access" stands as a pivotal factor in our journey towards a
cleaner, more sustainable future. The tremendous potential of solar
energy lies in its ability to harness the power of the sun, a vast and
renewable resource that holds the key to mitigating climate change
and advancing global energy sustainability.
Throughout this presentation, we have explored the significance of
solar access and its far-reaching impact on various aspects of our
lives. From reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting
energy independence to empowering communities, solar access
emerges as a game-changer in our quest for a greener planet.

12. Thank you for joining us on this
journey to explore the world of
"Solar Access."