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Regional validation of the solar irradiance tool SolaRes in clear-sky conditions, with a focus on the aerosol module
Thierry Elias
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HYGEOS, Euratechnologies, 165 Boulevard de Bretagne, 59000 Lille, France
Nicolas Ferlay
Laboratoire d'Optique Atmosphérique, Université de Lille, CNRS, UMR 8518, 59000 Lille, France
Gabriel Chesnoiu
Laboratoire d'Optique Atmosphérique, Université de Lille, CNRS, UMR 8518, 59000 Lille, France
Isabelle Chiapello
Laboratoire d'Optique Atmosphérique, Université de Lille, CNRS, UMR 8518, 59000 Lille, France
Mustapha Moulana
HYGEOS, Euratechnologies, 165 Boulevard de Bretagne, 59000 Lille, France
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Short summary
In the solar energy application field, it is key to simulate solar resources anywhere on the globe. We conceived the Solar Resource estimate (SolaRes) tool to provide precise and accurate estimates of solar resources for any solar plant technology. We present the validation of SolaRes by comparing estimates with measurements made on two ground-based platforms in northern France for 2 years at 1 min resolution. Validation is done in clear-sky conditions where aerosols are the main factors.
In the solar energy application field, it is key to simulate solar resources anywhere on the...
