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Social and Behavioral Sciences

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Electrical Engineering Undergraduate Honors Theses

Feasibility

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Designing A Solar Pv System To Power A Single-Phase Distribution System, Ana Guerra Vega May 2019

Designing A Solar Pv System To Power A Single-Phase Distribution System, Ana Guerra Vega

Electrical Engineering Undergraduate Honors Theses

Over the last decade, the costs of PV system components have dropped more than 70%. Additionally, green energy incentives like the 30% tax credit have been pushed forward. PV solar systems have become accessible to the general public. Companies are pledging to reduce their carbon emissions.

As part of their green initiative, the City of Fayetteville has requested a feasibility study for a PV system to be installed on the rooftop of the Facilities Management building, 115 S. Church Ave, Fayetteville, AR, 72701. This thesis shows the design process of this PV system and the return on investment estimation. While …