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A Computational Assessment of Solar Energy Potential in the Vidarbha Region Using PVLIB: Analysis of Irradiance and Solar Position

Author(s) Abhijit Warhade, Dr. Manoj Demde, Dr. V. Taksande
Country India
Abstract The global transition to renewable energy is critical for achieving energy security and mitigating climate change. The Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, India, possesses significant potential for solar energy generation due to its high solar insolation. This study presents a quantitative assessment of this potential by analyzing solar irradiance components and solar position parameters for Nagpur, the region's primary city. The research utilizes the Python- based pvlib library to simulate a Typical Meteorological Year (TMY). Key parameters calculated include Global Horizontal Irradiance (GHI), Direct Normal Irradiance (DNI), Diffuse Horizontal Irradiance (DHI), solar zenith, and azimuth angles. Results indicate an exceptionally high annual average GHI of approximately 5.35 kWh/m²/day, with peak insolation during the pre-monsoon months. The analysis of the sun path confirms the necessity of optimizing tilt angles around 21° for fixed-axis systems. This study concludes that Vidarbha is a highly viable location for large-scale photovoltaic (PV) and concentrating solar power (CSP) projects. The pvlib framework proved effective for precise, location-specific resource assessment, providing critical data for engineers and policymakers to optimize solar energy deployment in the region.
Keywords Solar Energy, Vidarbha, PVLIB, Solar Irradiance, Solar Position, Photovoltaic Systems, Nagpur, Renewable Energy.
Published In Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On 2026-04-24
DOI https://doi.org/10.63363/aijfr.2026.v07i02.5177
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