Which data layers were used for spatial analysis of solar resource in Zambia?Final corrected GHI and DNI data layers were used for spatial analysis of solar resource in Zambia, and for calculation of secondary data layers: diffuse horizontal irradiation (DIF), global radiation on optimally tilted surface (GTI) and potential photovoltaic production (PVOUT).
Where are the Zambia Meteorological Stations located?The stations are located within the premises of Zambia Meteorological Department (ZMD), Zambia Agriculture Research Institute (ZARI) and School of Agricultural Sciences at University of Zambia (UNZA) over years 2015 to 2017. The project was funded by the World Bank.
Who installed the solar meteorological stations?The solar meteorological stations were installed and operated by GeoSUN Africa (South Africa) in collaboration with SGS Zambia.
How are maps calculated in Zambia?The data is calculated by aggregation of sub-hourly map-based time series calculated for the territory of Zambia with 1-km spatial resolution. Additionally, printable maps are available in the digital format and ready-to-use for large-format printi
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Final corrected GHI and DNI data layers were used for spatial analysis of solar resource in Zambia, and for calculation of secondary data layers: diffuse horizontal irradiation (DIF), global radiation on optimally tilted surface (GTI) and potential photovoltaic production (PVOUT).
The stations are located within the premises of Zambia Meteorological Department (ZMD), Zambia Agriculture Research Institute (ZARI) and School of Agricultural Sciences at University of Zambia (UNZA) over years 2015 to 2017. The project was funded by the World Bank.
The solar meteorological stations were installed and operated by GeoSUN Africa (South Africa) in collaboration with SGS Zambia.
The data is calculated by aggregation of sub-hourly map-based time series calculated for the territory of Zambia with 1-km spatial resolution. Additionally, printable maps are available in the digital format and ready-to-use for large-format printing.
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