Shen, Yi-Hsuan and Chang, Hsueh-Sheng (2024) Assessment of Residential Electricity Consumption and Renewable Energy Self-Sufficiency – a Case Study of Tainan, Taiwan. KEEP ON PLANNING FOR THE REAL WORLD. Climate Change calls for Nature-based Solutions and Smart Technologies. Proceedings of REAL CORP 2024, 29th International Conference on Urban Development, Regional Planning and Information Society. pp. 47-57. ISSN 2521-3938
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Abstract
Significant carbon dioxide emissions contribute to global issues such as rising temperatures and climate change impacts, which have emerged as a major and urgent global concern. As a result, numerous countries have committed to cutting down the emission of carbon dioxide to achieve low carbon and net zero emissions targets. As we know human activities such as transportation, construction, and electricity consumption significantly contribute to carbon emissions, and they are all in need of energy. Hence, it’s important for every country to use clean energy to transform from low carbon to net zero emissions. The transformation to renewable energy sources, particularly solar energy, has become a global imperative to combat climate change. However, in Taiwan, despite favorable conditions for solar energy development, there are challenges regarding the policy direction and spatial planning of PV (photovoltaics) installations. The current focus on ground-mounted PV, primarily in rural areas, has raised concerns about land use, environmental impact, and social equity. As a result, there is a pressing need to prioritize PV development in built-up areas to minimize conflicts with green resources and ensure sustainable land use, so the potential of rooftop PV is vital to built-up areas. This study uses Tainan, Taiwan, as a case study area, and the objective is to forecast electricity consumption in the residential and commercial sectors, evaluate the potential for rooftop PV development, and assess the feasibility of achieving renewable energy self-sufficiency in built-up areas. It also examines the electricity consumption patterns and rooftop PV generation potential in different urbanization contexts, emphasizing the need for tailored policies and regulations to promote fair and just renewable energy development. The research highlights the importance of managing land resources judiciously and implementing policies that prioritize PV deployment in urban and rural built environments. In conclusion, the study underscores the urgency of addressing the spatial, environmental, and social implications of PV development in Taiwan to achieve sustainable energy transition goals. The findings are intended to provide a reference for integrating low-carbon principles into urban management plans. Furthermore, employing growth management as a tool for urban energy management is vital to ensure that renewable energy development adheres to rational processes and standards while protecting environmental resources.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Residential Electricity Consumption, Renewable Energy Self-sufficiency, Rooftop Photovoltaic, Low Carbon City, Solar Energy |
| Subjects: | H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering |
| Depositing User: | REAL CORP Administrator |
| Date Deposited: | 24 Apr 2024 11:10 |
| Last Modified: | 24 Apr 2024 11:10 |
| URI: | http://repository.corp.at/id/eprint/1073 |
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