Who owns solar PV parks?

In stark contrast to wind parks, the ten largest direct owners of solar PV parks are predominantly from abroad. For instance, the second-ranked company, Actis LLP (12.5% of the land area) is from the United Kingdom, while CGN Energy International Holding from Hong Kong holds 10% of the land.

Does land use for solar energy compete with other land uses?

Based on the spatially defined LUE of solar energy, as well as the identified potential for solar energy in urban areas, deserts and dry scrublands, land use for solar energy competes with other land uses through the inherent relative profitability of each land use.

How has global ownership of wind and solar photovoltaic installations evolved over time?

This study traces how global ownership of, and investment in, wind and solar photovoltaic installations has evolved over time, driving substantial privatization of public and common lands.

What is the value of land for hosting solar energy?

To define the value of land for hosting solar energy, a yield in terms of energy output per unit of land has been defined for every AEZ.

What are land use functions besides solar energy generation?

Based upon the case study, we found three major land use functions in addition to solar energy generation: agriculture, other renewable energy technologies and other commercial activities related to the SPP or the site.

Does adjusting PV infrastructure make energy generation compatible with other functions?

The spatial qualification is influenced by energy density, spatial dominance and the compatibility with other land uses . This research illustrates that adjusting PV infrastructure (e.g. energy density, height of PV panels) makes energy generation compatible with other functions.