Geographical analysis of the establishment of a solar energy project in Benghazi

Abstract

The growing interest in environmental and sustainable development issues globally places renewable energy at the heart of efforts to build a more sustainable future.  The world is witnessing an accelerating shift towards adopting renewable energy sources, to mitigate the impact of climate change and fossil fuel depletion. From this standpoint, the importance of solar energy as a promising and clean source of energy emerges, especially in areas with high solar radiation rates. Benghazi, located in an area with an arid and semi-arid climate, is an example of the areas that God has blessed abundantly with this renewable natural resource.

This research aims to provide a comprehensive analysis and proposal for planning a project to establish a sustainable solar energy grid in the south of Benghazi, in light of the challenges facing the traditional energy sector and the growing need for clean energy sources, by studying the average solar radiation and the number of hours of sunshine throughout the year. To provide a comprehensive analysis of the city's current electricity grid infrastructure and identify points where the proposed solar grid can be efficiently integrated. The research also reviews the economic and social dimensions of establishing the project. By adopting an integrated solar energy grid, it represents a strategic opportunity to achieve energy security, promote sustainable development, and improve the quality of life of the population in Benghazi.