Title :
A utility strategy for photovoltaics
Author :
Herig, Christy P. ; Atmaran, G.H. ; Marion, Bill
Abstract :
The photovoltaic (PV) power generating technology strategic plan of the Florida Power Corporation (FPC) is described. The results from the implemented activities for the strategic plan are addressed. The utility´s perspective on experiences gained from the design. construction, operation, and maintenance of the 15 kWp thin-film amorphous silicon (-Si) PV array is discussed. An approximate cost breakdown of this array is also presented. A sensitivity analysis of small customer-owned grid-connected PV systems using a demand-side management. (DSM) model developed to apply specifically to the FPC system is presented. Future strategies for FPC relating to the PV technology are summarized
Keywords :
amorphous semiconductors; elemental semiconductors; silicon; solar cell arrays; 15 kW; Florida Power Corporation; amorphous Si solar array; demand-side management; photovoltaics; power generating technology; sensitivity analysis; utility strategy; Customer service; Environmental economics; Flexible printed circuits; Humans; Photovoltaic cells; Photovoltaic systems; Power generation; Power generation economics; Power generation planning; Strategic planning;
Conference_Titel :
Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, 1990., Conference Record of the Twenty First IEEE
Conference_Location :
Kissimmee, FL
DOI :
10.1109/PVSC.1990.111736
