Cost-benefit analysis framework for utility-scale solar energy development: a life cycle approach

Abstract One of the policy options for sustainable urban and regional development is renewable energy by developing utility-scale solar energy. The contributes to improvement social welfare such as production electrical reduction greenhouse gas emissions. On other hand, can have a negative impact natural landscape change solid waste. cost-benefit analysis method be used analyze whether improves welfare. Previous studies not developed framework based on comprehensive life cycle approach. This article closes this knowledge gap. aims develop framework. critically reviews previous literature topic Finally, proposes an analytical some further research agenda.