Performance analysis of the 10 MWp photovoltaic plant of Tozeur in Tunisia

In this work, we present the performance of a solar photovoltaic plant located in Tozeur (Tunisia). This solar power plant connected to the HTA network of the Tunisian Electricity and Gas Company (STEG) is equipped with photovoltaic panels based on monocrystalline technology. By analyzing the performance indicators, it is possible to predict the limits and the constraints on the energy production and also to assess the environmental impact on the operating of this type of installation. For this purpose, sufficient data were collected over a period of 30 days for the analysis of the climate and of the performance parameters. The results obtained showed a satisfactory performance of the PV plant with a performance ratio (PR) of 86.32%, close to that of other plants also operating in desert conditions.