A Multicriteria Evaluation Model to Optimally Place GridConnected Photovoltaic Power Plants

Abstract

The grid connected photovoltaic power plant location problem has shown to be really complex over the last few years. Engineers and scientists have shown deep interest in developing an efficient tool able to consider all distinct variables that enter into the problem. This work designs a model that, using Geographic Information Systems and a Multicriteria Evaluation Methodology, has proven to be a very valuable tool for spatial analysis which is of great help when making decisions about the Optimal Location of grid connected photovoltaic power plants, considering in this decision both electrical and environmental factors.