Study and Analysis for High Performance of Hybridization Floating Solar Panels Technique with Hydropower
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Addressing water and energy shortages in Iraq is of critical importance. In recent years, the country has faced challenges in energy supply due to a decrease in hydroelectric station production caused by several factors, such as high temperatures, lack of rainfall, and water evaporation. Installing floating solar panels is a modern technique to mitigate low energy production and reduce water evaporation. This study examines the feasibility of implementing this technique at Haditha Dam Station in Iraq using practical data obtained from simulation environments. The results showed that it is possible to preserve the water reserve and increase the production efficiency of the station by installing floating panels. The paper discusses various aspects of floating solar panel installations, including orientation, inclination angles, supporting structures for different environments, materials used, and modeling techniques through software applications like Homer.
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