Adel Karama

Abstract

This document discusses the benefits of adding a solar distributed energy resource (DER) investment to MWANI Qatar (MQ) building at Hamad Port. The social and environmental aspects of a Solar PV system with battery storage were evaluated besides economic calculations outcome. The calculations show a marvelous 96% CO2 emission reduction with significant battery storage benefits and a 269,676 KWh/yr reduction in electricity leading to a $33,217.52 annual savings. In essence, the State of Qatar is governed by a vision of excellence, innovation and leadership that this investment could be a role model for the country's sustainable future developments.

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Keywords

Solar battery
Construction
Distributed energy resource (DER)

References
How to Cite
Karama, A. (2020). Solar DER Investment for MWANI Qatar Building at Hamad Port. Proceedings of the International Conference on Civil Infrastructure and Construction (CIC), 2020(1), 243–251. https://doi.org/10.29117/cic.2020.0031
Section
Theme 1: Construction Management and Process