Large-scale resource assessments for solar photovoltaics: A review of potential definitions, methodologies and future research needs

Key Points

• Assessments of solar photovoltaics identify gaps in definitions, methodologies, and future research needs, emphasizing the need for clarity.
• The review reveals that inconsistent definitions impair effective resource assessments and planning in solar photovoltaics.
• Analysis of existing methodologies across various studies highlights significant variations in approaches and outcomes.
• Future research should focus on developing standardized frameworks to enhance resource assessment accuracy in solar photovoltaics.