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6 FAQs about [Swedish concentrated solar power generation]
How much solar power will Sweden produce in 2040?
However, the integration of solar power in the Swedish electricity system amounts today to only 0.4%, which is far away from the prediction by International Energy Agency and the Swedish Energy Agency that 5%–10% of electricity demands will be satisfied by PV production in 2040 [ 9, 10 ].
How much solar power does Sweden need?
While Swedish Energy Agency predicted that solar power generation would take up 5% to 10% of total electricity demands, the current data is 0.4%, much far from the goals. The huge gap generates great opportunity for solar technologies. PV technologies, as the most mature ones of solar power generation, attract more attention.
Does weather affect solar power generation in Sweden?
PV technologies, as the most mature ones of solar power generation, attract more attention. However, the PV system relies on local weather conditions. Although the studies on other countries could provide some insights, the real capacity and potential under Swedish contexts remain unknown.
What is concentrated solar power (CSP)?
Concentrated solar power (CSP, also known as concentrating solar power, concentrated solar thermal) systems generate solar power by using mirrors or lenses to concentrate a large area of sunlight into a receiver.
What is the interest rate on solar panels in Sweden?
With the system operating and becomes older, it is harder to keep the capacity and requires more for fixing. The interest rate in Sweden is set as 3% . The tax for self-consumption decides on the size of the PV modules. Thanks to the new regulations from Swedish Energy Agency, the systems smaller than 500 kw are exempted from tax payment.
Can decentralized PV systems help with sustainable transitions in Sweden?
There is not much land for large-scale power generation plants and “wasted areas” such as rooftops should be utilized to fulfill the increasing demands. Therefore, the study will focus on decentralized PV systems with integration of grid. The aim of the research is to better design the PV systems to help with sustainable transitions in Sweden.