A master thesis from Aalborg University
Increasing community acceptance of photovoltaic developments: How can planners and developers mitigate the risk of halting or delaying PV solar farm projects by increasing community acceptance?
[Increasing community acceptance of photovoltaic developments]
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Term
4. Term
Publication year
2024
Submitted on
2024-06-06
Pages
60 pages
Abstract
This research concerns the local planning process of big-scale photovoltaic power plants. It answers the main research question “How can planners and developers mitigate the risk of halting or delaying PV solar farm projects by increasing community acceptance?” using the theory of Choice Awareness while analyzing actors by using Stakeholder Analysis. This qualitative and quantitative master project examines the multifaced impact of photovoltaic (PV) modules, considering technological, economic, psychological, and sociological factors. The project reveals that community involvement is frequently insufficient and highlights a variety of factors influencing the acceptance and implementation of PV solar farms. It is clear from thorough document analysis and interviews that public dialogue and transparency are absent, which has raised concerns in the community regarding the returns on these investments. Ultimately, this research offers new approaches for private developers and planners to improve community acceptance and expedite the installation of solar systems.
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