Solar neighborhoods: Contributing to the energy transition, resilience, and decarbonization through photovoltaic integration in urban planning

The growing urbanization and reliance on fossil fuels present critical challenges for the development of more sustainable cities. This study explores the integration of photovoltaic energy in solar neighborhoods as a strategy to drive the energy transition, strengthen urban resilience, and contribute to the decarbonization of cities. The research analyzes successful international cases, highlighting public policies, strategic partnerships, and technological solutions that enable the implementation of solar neighborhoods. By promoting decentralized electricity generation, this approach not only reduces carbon emissions but also prepares cities to face extreme climate events. The conclusion points out that the expansion of solar neighborhoods relies on collaboration between government, private sector, and society, representing a viable and essential solution for the future of sustainable cities.