Abstract:
This thesis is an attempt to create a working database that can theorize and simulate the net
benefit that a solar farm could generate in a specific city or location. It analyzes the current
technology and scope of the solar farm as well as desired results, displaying them after doing
2000 simulations, showing the varying levels of success and the likelihood of having a positive
benefit. This project aims to not only cover the monetary aspects but also the environmental
benefits generated by renewable energy, using a monetary basis. The results of this project
successfully affirm the decision to build this solar farm in the Muncie area as it generates a
positive net benefit in over 90% of simulations. As our society begins to see the benefits of using
cleaner energy, having methods like this that city planners or developers can use can attempt to
speed up the clean energy revolution.
