A comparison of spectral irradiance profiles for two nigerian cities using the spectral 2 computer code

• Published in: Renewable energy Vol. 3; no. 4; pp. 555 - 558
• Main Authors: Chendo, M.A.C., Maduekwe, A.A.L.
• Format: Journal Article Conference Proceeding
• Language: English
• Published: Oxford Elsevier Ltd 1993; Elsevier Science
• Subjects: Earth, ocean, space; Exact sciences and technology; External geophysics; Meteorology; Radiative transfer. Solar radiation; Nigeria; Africa; Numerical simulation; Urban area; Irradiance; Solar radiation; Photovoltaic system

The spectral profiles of two Nigerian cities were studied using SERI's SPECTRAL 2 computer code to reveal the nature of the irradiance reaching the ground at the two locations. The spectral profiles show a high diffuse content in the Lagos area even for a clear day and a lower diffuse content a...