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  • The artificial neural network for solar radiation prediction and designing solar systems: A systematic literature review
    Journal of Cleaner Production, 2015
    Co-Authors: Atika Qazi, A. Wadi, Ram Gopal Raj, Hina Fayaz, Nasrudin Abd Rahim, Waleed Ahmed Khan
    Abstract:

    Solar Energy generated by sunlight has a non-schedulable nature due to the stochastic environment of meteorological conditions. Hence, power system control and the Energy Business require the prediction of solar Energy (radiation) from a few seconds up to one week in advance. To deal with prediction shortcomings, various solar radiation prediction methods have been used. Predictive data mining offers variety of methods for solar radiation predictions where artificial neural network is one of the reliable and accurate methods. A systematic review of literature was conducted and identified 24 papers that discuss artificial neural network for solar systems design and solar radiation prediction. The artificial neural network techniques were employed for designing solar systems and predicting solar radiations to assess current literature on the basis of prediction accuracy and inadequacies. Specific inclusion and exclusion criteria in two distinct rounds were applied to determine the most relevant studies for our research goal. Further, it is observed from the result of this study that artificial neural network gives good accuracy in terms of prediction error less than 20%. The accuracy of solar radiation prediction models is found to be dependent on input parameters and architecture type algorithms utilized. Therefore, artificial neural network as compared to other empirical models is capable to deal with many input meteorological parameters, which make it more accurate and reliable.

Tom Beck - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

Alireza Aslani - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Business structure in renewable Energy industry: Key areas
    Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2013
    Co-Authors: Alireza Aslani, Ali Mohaghar
    Abstract:

    Diffusion of renewable Energy utilization is difficult because of its entrepreneurial nature and related technological, investment, political, and market uncertainties. Therefore, evaluation of Business structure based on traditional Business models is difficult in this industry. Although many countries have actively developed renewable Energy technologies by both governments and private sector, Business professionals are not still assured about participation and investment. Understanding the areas of Business structure that lead to successful commercialization of renewable technologies has suitable research scope in this industry. The objective of this article is to identify key areas of Business structure to allow newcomers to enter successfully in the renewable Energy industry from engineering, policy, and Business aspects. The innovative analysis leads to identification of seven sides of renewable Energy Business.

  • the prime criteria for private sector participation in renewable Energy investment in the middle east case study iran
    Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2012
    Co-Authors: Alireza Aslani, Marja Naaranoja, Behnam Zakeri
    Abstract:

    Abstract To have sustainable electricity generation from renewable Energy resources economically competitive, more privatization is needed in this sector. True understanding based on transparent information is one of the salient necessities for the private sector to invest in the Energy Business. In this article, the researchers are to recognize the targeted factors considered by the private sector in order to improve their participation in the electricity generation markets from renewable sources in the Middle East. The results illustrate that the most important factors are governmental policies, consumption markets, and engineering efficiency. These recognized factors then are classified from different aspects, such as techno-engineering, Business and relevant policies, and the environment.

Atika Qazi - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • The artificial neural network for solar radiation prediction and designing solar systems: A systematic literature review
    Journal of Cleaner Production, 2015
    Co-Authors: Atika Qazi, A. Wadi, Ram Gopal Raj, Hina Fayaz, Nasrudin Abd Rahim, Waleed Ahmed Khan
    Abstract:

    Solar Energy generated by sunlight has a non-schedulable nature due to the stochastic environment of meteorological conditions. Hence, power system control and the Energy Business require the prediction of solar Energy (radiation) from a few seconds up to one week in advance. To deal with prediction shortcomings, various solar radiation prediction methods have been used. Predictive data mining offers variety of methods for solar radiation predictions where artificial neural network is one of the reliable and accurate methods. A systematic review of literature was conducted and identified 24 papers that discuss artificial neural network for solar systems design and solar radiation prediction. The artificial neural network techniques were employed for designing solar systems and predicting solar radiations to assess current literature on the basis of prediction accuracy and inadequacies. Specific inclusion and exclusion criteria in two distinct rounds were applied to determine the most relevant studies for our research goal. Further, it is observed from the result of this study that artificial neural network gives good accuracy in terms of prediction error less than 20%. The accuracy of solar radiation prediction models is found to be dependent on input parameters and architecture type algorithms utilized. Therefore, artificial neural network as compared to other empirical models is capable to deal with many input meteorological parameters, which make it more accurate and reliable.

Richard W. Asplund - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Profiting from Clean Energy: A Complete Guide to Trading Green in Solar, Wind, Ethanol, Fuel Cell, Power Efficiency, Carbon Credit Industries, and More - Profiting from Clean Energy: A Complete Guide to Trading Green in Solar, Wind, Ethanol, Fuel Cel
    2012
    Co-Authors: Richard W. Asplund
    Abstract:

    Introduction. Chapter 1. Clean Energy Investments and Performance - The Show Has Just Begun. Clean Energy Business Startup. Angel Investing. Venture Capital. Publicly Traded Stocks. Clean Energy Stocks Listed Outside the US. Large-cap Stocks. Global Petroleum Companies. Clean Energy Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and Mutual Funds. Clean Energy - Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). Green Mutual Funds. Global ETFs and Green Mutual Funds. Futures and Options. Investment Criteria for Publicly-Traded Stocks. Valuation and Bubbles. Clean Energy Stock Performance. Chapter 2. Catalysts for the Clean Energy Industry. Fossil Fuel Negatives - Pollution, CO 2 Emissions, Cartels, Price Spikes, and Rising Prices. Energy Security. Growing Global Energy Demand. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Climate Change. Clean Energy Technology Improvements. Demand for Distributed Power Solutions Due to Grid Unreliability. Rising Electricity Prices. Could the Clean Energy Movement Fizzle if Oil Prices Plunge? Clean Energy Catalysts - Investment Conclusion. Chapter 3. The Government Push - Strong Enough to Get Clean Energy to Fossil Fuel Parity? Types Of Government Clean Energy Incentives And Mandates. Renewable Energy Targets Worldwide. Government Clean Energy Support Initiatives in the United States. A Post-Kyoto Carbon Emissions Framework. Chapter 4. Clean Energy Potential - Double-Digit Growth for Decades. Overview of Global and US Energy Flows. Overview of US Electricity Generation Sources. Fossil Fuel Market Size - Even a Nose Under the Tent is Worth Billions. Renewable Energy Forecasts. Chapter 5. Solar Power - The Sky is the Limit. Solar Thermal Power. Solar Photovoltaic Power. Solar Power Industry Growth Rates. Demand Generated by Government Incentives and Regulation. Solar Power Pricing and Competitiveness. Solar Power Pricing and Competitiveness. Upstream Solar Players - Polysilicon & Wafer Producers. Thin Film Threats to Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells. Upgraded Metallurgical Silicon (uMGS)-A Threat to Traditional Polysilicon Producers? Solar PV Cell and Module Producers. The Outlook for Solar Cell/Module Manufacturers. Investment Criteria for the Solar PV Industry. Chapter 6. Wind Power - The Picturesque Dutch Windmill Gets a Technology Makeover. Advantages and Disadvantages of Wind Power. How Do Wind Turbines Work? Technological Developments. Offshore Wind. Industry Growth Rates and Prospects for Future Growth. The Economics of Wind Power. Government-Sponsored Incentives. Wind Industry Issue - Component Shortages. Wind Industry Players. Chapter 7. Fuel Cells - Present & Accounted for in Some Applications Already. Advantages and Disadvantages of Fuel Cells. What is a Fuel Cell? - Overview of the Technology. Fuel Cell Industry Analysis - Industry Players. Fuel Cell Industry Target Markets. Commercialization Challenges. Chapter 8. Geothermal Power - Dante's Contribution to Clean Energy. Advantages/Disadvantages of Geothermal Power. Geothermal Resources. The Extraction of Geothermal Energy. Geothermal Power Plant Systems Under Development. Geothermal Heat Pumps. Economics of Geothermal Power. The Future of Geothermal Energy. Chapter 9. Cleaner Utilities - Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks. Green Power Marketing Programs. Renewable Energy Certificates. Sources of Renewable Energy. Methane Gas Extraction. Companies Operating in Biomass and Biogas. Wave and Tide Power. Chapter 10. Power Efficiency - "The Cheapest and Most Available Source of Energy Is the Energy We Waste". Efficient Appliances. Efficient Lighting. Efficient Buildings - Green Buildings. Companies Involved in Building Efficiency. Chapter 11. Smart Meters - Getting Smart on Grid Efficiency and Reliability. Smart Grid. Demand Response as a Power Efficiency Solution. The Role of Smart Meters. Demand Response and Advanced Metering. Benefits of Smart Meters. Current Smart Meter Usage. Advanced Metering Costs and Benefits. Southern California Edison's Business Case Experience for Advanced Metering. Interoperability And Industry Standards. Global Demand Response. US Regulators - Generally Positive Toward Advanced Metering. What is Ahead for the Smart Meter Industry? Industry Meter Penetration Rates and Upgrade Opportunities. Smart Meter Industry Growth Rates. Electricity Meter Market Shares. Chapter 12. Power Storage and Backup Systems - When the Grid Just Won't Do. Types of Direct Electricity Storage Systems. Types of Power Storage Systems. Target Market Sizes. Chapter 13. Clean Transportation - Electric Hybrids Are Charged Up and Ready to Go. The Internal Combustion Engine - Can It Be Saved? Alternative Fuels for the Internal Combustion Engine Eliminating the Internal Combustion Engine Hybrid Gasoline-Electric Vehicles Plug-in Electric Hybrid Vehicles (PHEVs). Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Players. All-Electric Vehicles. Clean Transportation Investment Conclusions. Chapter 14. Ethanol/Biofuels - US Farmers Play David to OPEC's Goliath. Biofuels - What Are They? Advantages and Disadvantages US Government Support for Ethanol. Obstacles for the US Ethanol Industry. Brazilian Competition. How far Can Ethanol Go to Replace Gasoline in the US Transportation Fuel Supply? The Future of Ethanol-Cellulosic-Based Ethanol. Ethanol Company Investment Analysis. US Ethanol Indusry Market Shares. Ethanol Investment Conclusions. Companies Supporting the US Ethanol Industry. Chapter 15. Trading Biofuel Markets - Feedstock Frenzy. Ethanol. Corn. Sugar. Soybean Oil. Palm Oil. Chapter 16. Big Coal - Meet Your New Partners: Cleaner Coal and Carbon Capture. Global Coal Usage. US Coal Companies. Cleaner Coal Technologies. Cleaner Burning Coal. Coal-Fired Power Plant Pollution Controls. Coal Gasification and CO 2 Sequestration. Algae-based CO 2 Absorption. Coal-to-Liquid Transportation Fuel. Chapter 17. Carbon Trading - Poised to Become the World's Largest Commodity Market? Trading European CO 2 Allowances. Causes of Price Movements. European Cap-and-Trade CO 2 Emissions Background Explanation. Chicago Climate Exchange. Chapter 18. Investment Conclusions. Investment Conclusions for Clean Energy. Investment Risks. Appendix. Notes. Index.