The main objective of the initiative is to utilize the advances in geomatics and spatial analysis to develop a space-based RE DSS, which will identify RE strategic options for development by mapping the different RE resources availability, ascertaining its resource potential, and conducting risk assessment in the national, regional, and local scales.
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Renewable Energy Resources
RE resource assessment includes the identification of RE potential (candidate) areas by taking into consideration the resource (availability, concentration & extent) potential and site suitability (eligibility & constraints) assessment. Based on this assessment, RE candidate zones or areas for development are identified. The RE types are classified into atmospheric, terrestrial and marine. Solar and wind…
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Site Suitability
The site suitability assessment identified areas for potential RE development taking into consideration the following variables: technical-physical, physical, environmental, and socio-economic. From these, RE potential areas were determined. Site Suitability Mapping usually begins by designing a list of criteria or assumptions applicable per area. The criteria are then divided into input or factor criteria, which…
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Risk Mapping
The risk assessment is a crucial step towards incorporating disaster risk management and resiliency in harnessing RE. Risks as the confluence of hazards, exposures and vulnerabilities accompany any RE deployment and its operations. Assessing risk is divided into two components, namely, direct and indirect. The direct subcomponent, which focuses on the energy system and delivery,…