Investigating PV Soiling Mapping: A Case Study in a Desert Environment

Brahim Aïssa, Atef Zekri, Mosab I.A.Kareem Subeh, Juan Lopez-Garcia, Veronica Bermudez Benito

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Abstract

The efficient operation of photovoltaic (PV) systems is essential for sustainable energy production, and one critical factor affecting their performance is the accumulation of dust and particulate matter, known as soiling. This work presents the investigation into PV soiling in a desert environment, using a case study in the State of Qatar. The study employs a multi-faceted approach, including the analysis of the morphological, structural and compositional properties of the dust particles, the effect of soiling as measured by hemispherical transmittance at different wavelengths and by different soiling quantification methods, including particle mass, surface coverage, transmission loss, and cleanliness index (δCI), are compared, revealing insights into the nature of soiling. The results reveal a very low mismatch of approximately 0.02% between dust IQ and δCI thus validating the use of these advanced sensors for soiling assessment.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2024 IEEE 52nd Photovoltaic Specialist Conference, PVSC 2024
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages459-461
Number of pages3
ISBN (Electronic)9781665464260
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 15 Nov 2024
Event52nd IEEE Photovoltaic Specialist Conference, PVSC 2024 - Seattle, United States
Duration: 9 Jun 202414 Jun 2024

Publication series

NameConference Record of the IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference
ISSN (Print)0160-8371

Conference

Conference52nd IEEE Photovoltaic Specialist Conference, PVSC 2024
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySeattle
Period9/06/2414/06/24

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