jismart2024050: Illustrating the Effects of Urban Morphology Indicators on Solar Potential

Abstract

Careful planning of a neighborhood at early design stage, which determines the overall urban morphology, is important for effective deployment of solar panels in urban environment. Urban morphology is a major factor affecting building energy consumption and solar potential in the urban block. The aim of this research was to evaluate the impact of urban morphology on solar energy generation potential in urban cluster. By analyzed the correlation between urban morphology and photovoltaic energy generation (PVEG), key findings indicate that higher floor area ratios lead to decreased solar potential on facades. Additionally, an increase in the number of floors will decrease roof photovoltaic power generation, while optimizing aspect ratios can enhance PVEG significantly. This study could serve as guidelines for planners and policymakers in planning and architectural design to improve solar potential at block-scale.