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Global Solar Atlas

by World Bank Group / Solargis

Overview

Free interactive global map providing high-resolution solar resource data and PV power potential estimates funded by the World Bank.

Overview of Global Solar Atlas

The Global Solar Atlas is a free online application provided by the World Bank Group and funded by ESMAP, with data calculated by Solargis. It provides global high-resolution solar resource data, photovoltaic power potential, and meteorological parameters for any location on Earth.

Global Energy Insights

  • GIS Resource Mapping: Explore Global Horizontal Irradiation (GHI), Direct Normal Irradiation (DNI), and Specific Photovoltaic Power Output (Pvout).
  • Site-Specific GIS Reports: Download detailed PDF and GIS data files for clean energy project prospecting.
  • Compare Solar Locations: Benchmark solar yields across different countries and geographical regions.

Key Features

  • High-Resolution Solar Radiation Maps (GHI, DNI, DIF)
  • Site-Specific PV Power Production Calculators
  • Downloadable GIS Layers & Data Reports
  • Free Open Global Access

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +
    100% free international resource supported by the World Bank Group
  • +
    Essential tool for utility-scale solar prospecting worldwide
  • +
    Clean interactive map user interface

Cons

  • Provides resource potential rather than rooftop building layout CAD tools

🖋️ Editorial Review

★★★★☆3.9/5 Editorial Review

"The Global Solar Atlas is an extraordinary public resource for renewable energy development. Powered by Solargis data and backed by the World Bank, it democratizes access to high-resolution solar irradiation maps worldwide."

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Global Solar Atlas

What is Global Solar Atlas?
Global Solar Atlas is Free interactive global map providing high-resolution solar resource data and PV power potential estimates funded by the World Bank. It is best suited for high-resolution global solar resource data, photovoltaic power potential, and gis map exploration.
Who is Global Solar Atlas best suited for?
Global Solar Atlas is designed specifically for: High-resolution global solar resource data, photovoltaic power potential, and GIS map exploration..
What pricing plans does Global Solar Atlas offer?
Global Solar Atlas is offered as a free product. This means it is completely free to use without any cost barriers.
What are the main features of Global Solar Atlas?
The core features that make Global Solar Atlas stand out include:
  • High-Resolution Solar Radiation Maps (GHI, DNI, DIF)
  • Site-Specific PV Power Production Calculators
  • Downloadable GIS Layers & Data Reports
  • Free Open Global Access

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Quick Specs

Key metadata and impact details

Sector☀️ Solar Energy
Pricing Model
free
Best Suited ForHigh-resolution global solar resource data, photovoltaic power potential, and GIS map exploration.
Regions of Impact
Global
Tags
Solar MappingWorld BankGIS DataIrradiationRenewable Prospecting
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