Assessing the Multidimensional Effects of Solar Power Expansion on Rural Sustainability

이 지민; Jimin Lee

doi:10.5389/KSAE.2026.68.3.001

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Assessing the Multidimensional Effects of Solar Power Expansion on Rural Sustainability 시스템 다이나믹스를 이용한 태양광 확대가 농촌 지속가능성에 미치는 다차원적 영향 분석

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Abstract

This study examines the multidimensional impacts of solar power deployment in rural areas on local communities using a system dynamics approach. A regional model was developed for Jeollanam-do, South Korea, integrating population dynamics, economic activity, land use, and carbon emissions. The simulation results indicate that while large-scale solar expansion significantly reduces net carbon emissions and increases regional income (GRDP), it accelerates population decline by diminishing rural landscape attractiveness. Notably, agrophotovoltaic (agroPV) systems were found to provide the most balanced outcome, mitigating population loss while achieving moderate economic benefits and substantial carbon reduction. These findings suggest that integrating solar power with agricultural land conservation, such as through agroPV, is essential for the long-term sustainability of rural communities.

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Publisher :The Korean Society of Agricultural Engineers
Publisher(Ko) :한국농공학회
Journal Title :Journal of Korean Society of Agricultural Engineers
Journal Title(Ko) :한국농공학회논문집
Volume : 68
No :3
Pages :1-13
Received Date : 2025-12-28
Revised Date : 2026-02-02
Accepted Date : 2026-02-03
DOI :https://doi.org/10.5389/KSAE.2026.68.3.001

Journal of Korean Society of Agricultural Engineers ISSN:1738-3692(Print) 2093-7709(Online) 한국농공학회논문집

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