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Techno-economic analysis of solar photovoltaic power plant for garment zone of Jaipur city
A techno-economic analysis reveals that off-site solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants offer significant financial advantages over on-site options for the garment zone in Jaipur, India. The study estimated a 2011 energy demand of 2.21 MW and proposed a 2.5 MW solar PV plant requiring 13.14 acres of land. Off-site plants demonstrated superior performance with an internal rate of return (IRR) of 15.10%, net present value (NPV) of 249.78 million INR, and a levelized cost of energy (LCOE) of Rs. 11.40 per kWh—markedly better than on-site counterparts. The analysis also highlighted shorter payback periods for off-site plants, underscoring their economic viability in addressing Jaipur's growing energy needs while mitigating land scarcity challenges.
Spatio-temporal Urban Growth Modeling of Jaipur, India
Jaipur, India, experienced a 63% increase in urban land development from 1989 to 2005, driven by the conversion of agricultural and barren lands into urban areas. This rapid expansion, characterized by rising density and suburban growth along city peripheries, highlights significant unplanned and informal urbanization trends. The study employed a rule-based classification system, Markov modeling, GIS, and Landsat satellite data to quantify spatial-temporal urban changes over 16 years (1989–2005). Statistical analyses confirmed the Markov model's effectiveness in predicting land-use transitions, underscoring its utility for urban planning. These findings suggest that current planning policies may struggle to address future unplanned growth, posing challenges for sustainable development.
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