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Volume 13 | Issue 5 | Year 2026 | Article Id. IJME-V13I5P109 | DOI : https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V13I5P109

Investigation of Key Parameters Affecting the Performance and Feasibility of Canal-Top Solar Photovoltaic Systems

Kamleshkumar U. Ram, Bhimabhai B. Kuchhadiya

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18 Feb 2026 27 Mar 2026 26 Apr 2026 29 May 2026

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Kamleshkumar U. Ram, Bhimabhai B. Kuchhadiya, "Investigation of Key Parameters Affecting the Performance and Feasibility of Canal-Top Solar Photovoltaic Systems," International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, vol. 13, no. 5, pp. 129-144, 2026. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V13I5P109

Abstract

Nowadays, energy consumption is one of the key indicators used to measure the development of a country. Electricity consumption is one of the main sources of energy. The substantial rise in the electricity requirement and rapid diminution of fossil fuels, together with environmental matters during recent years, have led to the necessity of commissioning new green and efficient power plants. To address global challenges such as reducing CO₂ emissions and avoiding extreme climate change conditions, energy production using renewable energy sources is increasing rapidly all over the world. Solar energy is one of the most abundant sources of renewable energy. One of the main disadvantages of solar energy is the enormous amount of land required, as approximately 2.5 acres of land are required per MW of power production. Especially in a high population density country like India, installing a solar energy plant becomes problematic because land is used for solar plants instead of agricultural purposes. Further, there are a number of problems related to land, such as land acquisition, land development, land availability, and the time required for administrative clearance. The CTSPV (Canal-Top Solar Photovoltaic) system effectively addresses the major land requirement challenge by utilising existing canal infrastructure. Although CTSPV systems offer many benefits, including a 10% relative efficiency enhancement and a 60–90% reduction in evaporation rates that result in saving 9 million litres of water annually for every MW of power generated, regulated algae growth, and water-enabled cooling and cleaning, these advantages are significant. This paper investigates the key parameters affecting the performance, environmental impact, and economic feasibility of CTSPV systems through a comprehensive analysis of existing research studies.

Keywords

Canal-Top Solar Photovoltaic, Floating Photovoltaic, Renewable Energy, Solar Panel Efficiency, Water Conservation.

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