Estimation of Solar Potential on Sarajevo’s Settlement Roofs Using GIS and Partial DSM

Solar energy is a crucial renewable resource for mitigating air pollution and improving energy sustainability. This study aims to assess the solar potential of Sarajevo’s settlement roofs using GIS and partial DSM techniques. Free data from Google Earth and Open Street Map Services were utilized to create DEM and partial DSM. Solar potential analysis was conducted using GRASS GIS and SAGA GIS software. The study focused on the Grbavica, Buca Potok, and Nedzarici settlements, representing diverse urban terrains. Field data collection supplemented GIS analysis for accuracy. Key GIS methods included the r.sun model in GRASS GIS and various analyses in SAGA GIS. Comparison with similar works highlighted the relevance of GIS-based solar potential estimation in urban contexts. The study demonstrated the feasibility of GIS methods in assessing solar potential and emphasized the need for further research to refine results and enable informed decision-making.