Solar Park Site Suitability Analysis: A Multi-Criteria Evaluation in Scotland

For this project, I assumed the role of a GIS analyst tasked with identifying potential sites for a new solar park in Scotland. Using ArcGIS Pro, I developed a Multi-Criteria Evaluation (MCE) model to find the most suitable locations. The model integrated key factors like proximity to roads and built-up areas, low elevation, and south-facing slopes, while strictly excluding prime agricultural land. The final output was a comprehensive favorability map that clearly visualizes and ranks the most promising areas, providing a data-driven foundation for stakeholders to make informed decisions for future development.