Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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1550593 | Solar Energy | 2013 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
- Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems increasing located with potentially tree shading.
- Used existing free tools for a new method to predict the shading losses for trees.
- Tree height, crown width, growth rate & geographic location were investigated.
- Minimum planting distances quantified based on tree species and orientation.
- Assists roof-mounted PV system planning of technical design.
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Authors
Z. Dereli, C. YücedaÄ, J.M. Pearce,