Challenges Facing Solar Panel Energy Deployment within Qatari Homes and Businesses

Abstract

Despite many factors conducive to renewable energy investment in Qatar (e.g., the fact that the state is a major gas exporter whose long-term prosperity depends on economic diversification), there is very low uptake of solar panel adoption among home and business owners. Major challenges implicitly face the deployment of solar and other renewables in Qatar, this research explores possible challenges. The study was conducted in two phases: interviews to identify challenges and using the outcomes from the interviews to obtain a wider response. This study identifies the key major challenges facing the deployment of solar panels in Qatar, which are very useful for diverse stakeholders, policymakers, and future researchers.