Solar glass production in Lithuania

What type of solar panels are produced in Lithuania?

In Lithuania, a limited variety of solar PV panels is manufactured. These are the STD and the GG type solar PV panels. Thus far, they are mainly supplied domestically and to Scandinavian market to increase the share of RES in the region.

How much energy does a solar PV plant use in Lithuania?

In Lithuania, the transportation of 1 kW solar PV panels to the site for installation and, later on, periodic visits consume the most energy, 547 kWh (STD type) and 829 kWh (GG type). One should consider that energy use in transportation and periodical visits could be significantly reduced if a large solar PV plant is installed.

How efficient are solar panels in Lithuania?

The latest solar PV panels manufactured in Lithuania have an efficiency of 19.42% (the STD type) and 19.11% (the GG type). There are efficiency differences between regions. Müller et al. (2021) argued that, in Europe, an average efficiency of mono-Si solar PV panels was 19.8% and 19.4% of the GG type.

Where should solar panels be installed in Lithuania?

If solar PV panels are installed in Lithuania, the Western (Klaipeda) and Central (Kaunas) part of the country is more suitable, as solar radiation level here is up to 1060 kWh/m 2 a year, which allows increasing electricity production.