CAD Analysis of Grid-on Photovoltaic Power Plant Design and Cost-effectiveness

Abstract

This paper gives an algorithm for designing and estimating the cost-effectiveness of a medium-size grid-on photovoltaic power plant using the program PVsyst. The considered photovoltaic power plant is planned for installation on the roof of the existing business facility. The program first defines the type of PV system, the location where the power plant will be built, the meteorological database, and the orientation of PV modules. Then the components of the PV system, as well as its configuration, are defined. Finally, the obtained simulation results were analyzed, and it was concluded that the investment in the construction of this power plant would be completely justified and profitable.