ABSTRACT
This chapter aims to provide relevant and thorough information on the planning, design, construction, commissioning, operation and maintenance of utility-scale solar systems. In response to the threat of climate change, many countries around the world have committed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through the implementation of renewable energy targets, emissions reduction plans, carbon pricing, etc. This commitment, coupled with reduction in the price of photovoltaic modules, is driving investment in solar photovoltaic (PV) technologies. Electricity demand has increased steadily since the Industrial Revolution and is expected to continue growing over coming decades. Solar PV technology enables electricity to be generated directly from sunlight. Centralised grid-connected systems are large-scale PV systems, also known as solar farms. These systems are typically ground mounted and are built to supply bulk power to the electricity grid like any other centralised power station. Any solar farm project requires a strong and detailed business plan.
