Solar Energy for a Sustainable Future in Ohio

Linh Nguyen
The purpose of this study is to determine the optimal location to install a solar farm to mitigate emerging impacts and risks associated with the shutdown of coal fired power plants in Ohio. Three steps will be taken to arrive at the final result: 1) Site Suitability Analysis, 2) Financial Analysis, 3) Impact Assessment. The results indicate the optimal location would be at Winchester OH based on geographic and capital budgeting method.
Major: 
Energy Business and Finance
Exhibition Category: 
Course-Based
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Stephen Mainzer, VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Poster Number: 
476