Environmental Networking Platform for Children and Youth by SAMSUNG E&A
Stay connected with Eco-generation :
| Share 
| 
- Home >
- Our Actions >
- Ambassador report
4
Comments
City Planning for Photoelectric Generation |
|---|
|
Many people nowadays are opting to use photoelectric generators as a source of domestic energy. As the cost of installing such devices had lowered, it has become more and more cost-effective to deploy photoelectric plates in small houses. The main problem with photoelectric generators is that enough amount of sunlight is required daily. As the photons from the sunlight trigger the electrons in the band to emit energy, less and/or weaker sunlight directly influences the amount of electricity generated. Therefore, it elongates the time required to retrieve the investment. For this reason, it has been avoided by people living in city to install photoelectric generators as new buildings built nearby can block their access to sunlight. Mr. Pyo, who lives in Seoul, Korea, had to suffer from this problem. After he invested some money on microgeneration system, new building prevented sunlight from reaching the photoelectric plate. After he accused the people behind the new construction, he however could reach a positive conclusion. His case became the first judgment that recognized the profitability of photoelectric plates. The Korean Ministry of Environment found that Mr. Pyo?s rights to receive ample sunlight has been violated. This means that the authorities started to view photoelectric generators as an active means to reap energy, not a passive utilization of spare energy. Following this judgment, it is expected that more people would be able to install these photoelectric plates safely. They no longer need to worry from losing the investment cost. In a short term, this change is congratulatory. However, it still raises a question: if photoelectric generation becomes more prevalent, would city builders be able to develop new industries without violating the right to sunlight? It is possible that city design may be limited severely due to preexisting microgeneration systems. A solution is evident: the city authorities should find an effective committee to plan city skylines and help individuals involved reach a consensus. To catch both rabbits – microgeneration and city development, observing parties levy a responsibility much bigger than ever since.   |
|
|
|
|
Previous : Waste Control Act for medical ...
4 Comments
Planning the city sky line is the key factor here. The skyscrapers can have Solar Panels. Also in open areas also they are very effective. Dense cities have limitations to access to sunlight.
Posted 14-02-2016 19:10
Very interesting. With laws like 'Right to ample sunlight' , we can expect better future because either the developers will have to do proper planning not to get trapped in such laws or they will not go overboard with exponential construction. I am glad that Mr. Payo's case reached positive conclusion. I am sure this is a good learning for everyone there. Thanks for sharing.
Posted 14-02-2016 04:07
woow a great initiative to take, thanks for sharing :)
Posted 14-02-2016 03:32
I too like the concept of city planning for photoelectric generation which get influenced after the story of Mr. Pyo. These solar panels are very useful alternative sources of energy. It is being popular in Nepal too.
Posted 14-02-2016 02:11