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Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council: Maximizing Solar Potential and Economic Opportunities

This report from the Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council (ASEAC) outlines the current status, economic opportunities, and proposals for leveraging Arizona's unmatched solar resources. It highlights successful examples of solar implementations across various sectors, potential job creation, and the environmental benefits of solar energy. The council proposes a five-step plan to elevate Arizona as a leader in solar energy education, applications, and industry presence. The report emphasizes community outreach, strategic partnerships, and promoting sustainable practices to harness solar energy's full potential.

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Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council: Maximizing Solar Potential and Economic Opportunities

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  1. A Report and Proposal of the Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council Why Not Arizona? The Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council is an appointed advisory body and not a unit of any government agency

  2. Arizona’s Most Recognized Resource Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  3. Arizona’s Untapped Resource Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  4. ASEAC Report Part One - Status Part Two- Opportunities Part Three – Proposals Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  5. Part One – Solar Status Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  6. Example - Outdoor Center Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  7. Example - Maricopa County Correctional Facility ($72,000 saved yearly) Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  8. Example - Covered Parking Yuma Proving Grounds Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  9. Example - Sedona Pump Draws water from 860 feet Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  10. Example - Off-Grid Telecommunications Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  11. Example - off-grid use on Ranches Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  12. Example - Solar Hot Water Increases Independence Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  13. Example - Passive Solar at Civano (Tucson) Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  14. Summary Status • Arizona has the best solar resource in the United States • Public recognition of solar energy potential in Arizona is strong nevertheless • Progress has been slow and scattered Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  15. Part Two - Economic Opportunities Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  16. Solar Economy - Currently • Estimate for Arizona: • 300 jobs, $20,000/yr, 2.0 multiplier = least $12 million • Global Estimate (PVs): • $2-3 Billion (+ 25% growth/yr) Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  17. Arizona Solar Potential $100 million to $1 Billion Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  18. Prevent pollution Reduce siting battles Improve reliability of supply Environmental Opportunities Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  19. Ready -- Solar Research & Testing • ASU East - PV Testing Laboratory • UA - Environmental Research Laboratory has a long-time R&D and demo • NAU – solar passive and wind energy research Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  20. Ready – Education • ASU, NAU, UA classes and research on solar energy • Community and private colleges offer classes (e.g. Embrey-Riddle, Yavapai, Scottsdale, Prescott) • Arizona Energy Office • ASEA, AriSEIA lecture series, solar homes tours • Short courses from private firms Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  21. Ready -- OutreachArizona Solar Center.Org Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  22. Ready - Utilities Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  23. APS – Solar Testing and Research (STAR ) Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  24. SRP – 200 kW at Santan Plant, Gilbert Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  25. TEP – 1,350 kW at Springerville Plant Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  26. Ready - Solar Business • 82 solar firms in Arizona are registered at AzSolarCenter • Locations: Benson, Bisbee, Bullhead City, Chino Valley, Flagstaff, Glendale, Hereford, Kykotsmovi, Mesa, Pearce, Phoenix, Quartzite, Scottsdale, Snowflake, Tempe, Tucson Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  27. Ready – Outside Interest Solar Proposal to National Science Foundation Solar Proposal from Duke Power Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  28. The Goals? Arizona - #1 in global solar supply Arizona - #1 solar education & training Arizona - #1 in solar applications Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  29. Part Three – How we get there • A Five Step Plan Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  30. Step #1Develop Media Campaign • Declare Arizona a solar-friendly state • Proclaim October solar energy month • Attend dedications of solar facilities (ADEQ, APS, TEP) Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  31. Step #2Promote Arizona as the “Solar Energy State” • Encourage solar companies to move to Arizona • Encourage Solar Associations to meet in Arizona Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  32. Step #3Promote Economic Opportunities • Communicate solar opportunities to leaders • Support HB 2693 - Renewable Resource Study Committee • Announce an SEB target (SolarEconomicBenefits) Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  33. Step #4Set a Good Example • Encourage and support solar in state buildings and parks • Work with ADOA on implementation • Work with ADOC to develop solar ‘technology clusters’ Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  34. Step #5Release the “Worker Bees” • Assign the EO/ASEAC the responsibility of making Arizona the Solar Energy State Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  35. Reap the Reward$ Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  36. Will we Seize the Opportunity?

  37. Arizona The Solar State

  38. Key Recommendations • Promote Solar Energy as a Natural Element of a Strong Arizona Economy • Direct the AEO/ASEAC to “Make it Happen” Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council

  39. Why Not Arizona? A Report and Proposal of the Arizona Solar Energy Advisory Council prepared and presented by Martin J. Pasqualetti Professor of Geography Arizona State University

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