Thesis (M.Sc.) - German University - Faculty of Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research - Department of Civil Engineering

Local and global, general and specific photovoltaic irrigation projects are introduced. brief information about solar panels, their different types, their manufacturing, functionality, efficiency, and design processes are also presented. concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) is also described thoroughly, which is a brand new technology in the field of solar energy, and its possibility to be introduced to the Egyptian market, replacing flat plate c-Si photovoltaic and conventional diesel generated power systems. a previous case study is introduced for a project operated in an area that has a similar direct normal irradiance (DNI) to that of Egypt. furthermore, a composed case study is discussed in detail for a project to be implemented in the area of Alexandria, Egypt. last but not least, a detailed cost analysis is then conducted for this exact project to demonstrate the economical difference between all the previously mentioned powering systems. where low concentrated photovoltaic (LCPV) was found to be the best alternative in terms of peresent and future value