| Title |
A Study on Locational Characteristics and Types of Photovoltaic Power Plants - Focusing on Cluster Analysis for Locations of Photovoltaic Power Plants in Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea |
| Authors |
배주은(Bae, Jueun) ; 김충호(Kim, Chung Ho) |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.38195/judik.2021.08.22.4.101 |
| Keywords |
태양광 발전; 입지 유형; 입지 요소; 군집분석 Photovoltaic Power; Locational Type; Location Factor; Cluster Analysis |
| Abstract |
This study analyzed locational characteristics and types of photovoltaic powerplants in Geochang-gun, and derived policy implications and management measures regarding location type, assessing whether they are installed in appropriate locations not causing physical, environmental, and social problems. As a result, the study reached the following conclusions. First, the locations of photovoltaic powerplants could be classified into five types, based on solar radiation, gradient, slope direction, distance from residence, and distance from road. Each type had its own characteristics. Second, most of the photovoltaic powerplants in Geochang-gun were concentrated in gentle slopes, and many of them were distributed within 200 meters from roads and residences. In the case of photovoltaic powerplants located near farmland, it is necessary to establish a system to manage or mitigate issues as they could cause conflicts with farmers. Third, about a quarter of all photovoltaic powerplants are located in mountains or hills, so regular management is needed to prepare for natural disasters such as floods or landslides, and it is necessary to establish its own environmental impact assessment standards. Especially, it is required to regularly monitor the types that are thought to affect the environment of the mountainous area. |