Document Type : Original Article
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Masters student of Industrial Management, Department of Management, Meybod University, Meybod, Iran.
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Assistant Prof., Department of Industrial Management, Faculty of Human Sciences, Meybod University, Meybod, Iran.
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Associate Prof., Department of Industrial Management, Faculty of Human Sciences, Meybod University, Meybod, Iran.
10.22059/ses.2025.388342.1112
Abstract
Global developments in the energy sector and concerns regarding climate change have heightened the focus on renewable energies, particularly solar energy, in developing countries such as Iran. With its high solar radiation potential, Iran is among the nations that can extensively utilize this clean and inexhaustible energy source. This study aims to identify and analyze the future drivers of solar energy technology in Iran using a structural analysis approach. Methodologically, the research is applied in nature, follows a pragmatic paradigm, and employs a descriptive-survey strategy for data collection. The statistical population includes university professors, managers, and experts in the renewable energy sector. Initially, a set of preliminary drivers was identified through a comprehensive literature review and document analysis. Subsequently, semi-structured interviews with 12 experts in renewable energy and solar technology, along with uncertainty assessment questionnaires, were conducted to screen and determine the key drivers. Finally, structural analysis using the MICMAC software revealed five critical drivers: specialized human resources, governmental policies and support, international cooperation in solar energy technology, emerging and advanced global technologies, and transmission and distribution infrastructure. These key drivers play a central role in advancing solar energy technology in Iran. By designing a systematic process for identifying, screening, and analyzing the relationships between these drivers, this study provides valuable insights for policymakers and decision-makers, enabling them to formulate more effective strategies for the development of solar energy in Iran while considering the uncertainties ahead.
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