Can solar PV help Sweden achieve its climate goals?

If enabled by energy storage technologies, solar PV may become a helpful component for Sweden to achieve its climate goals. The mention of Sweden however is not because of its climate policy but rather for its geographical and environmental context making it an interesting topic for study when it comes to solar energy.

Why did you choose solar energy in Sweden?

The need for an increased implementation and use of renewable energy in the world; have led me, as a Swedish resident, to work with the implementation of the use of solar energy in Sweden. The reason that inspired me to choose solar energy in particular is that solar energy has an enormous potential for implementation in Sweden.

Will a solar implementation plan increase the implementation of solar energy in Sweden?

This project proposes an implementation plan that will contribute to increasing the implementation of solar energy in Sweden. The source of inspiration for this project has been the rapid expansion of the implementation of solar energy in Germany.

Does solar PV contribute to Sweden's energy supply?

Despite this potential, solar PV’s contribution to Sweden’s 508 TWh/yr energy supply is today minimal, accounting for only 0.2 % (1 TWh/yr) of the total energy supply . For Sweden to further tap into this vast supply of energy, some challenges are apparent.

Is there a policy driver for solar energy in Sweden?

An existing policy driver (at the meso level) for the implementation of solar energy in Sweden however is the solar cell support program.

Can municipalities in Sweden benefit from solar energy?

The level of autonomy that municipalities in Sweden have can be very beneficial in the implementation of solar energy if the right co-ordination between municipalities is achieved towards steering in the same direction.