Wood, DavidChernetsov, MaxShim, Jason2021-09-222021-09-222021-08Shim, J. (2021). Feasibility Study Of Solar Photovoltaics System At Abandoned Mine Tailings Sites (Unpublished master's project). University of Calgary, Calgary, AB.http://hdl.handle.net/1880/113931The objective of my research study is to determine the feasibility of using solar photovoltaic (PV)?geomembrane technology to generate clean renewable energy at abandoned mine tailings sites. Commercial mining activities in the province of Nova Scotia have resulted in abandoned tailings sites over the years that contain significant concentrations of toxic substances that pose serious social and environmental problems. My research could provide a solution to remediation of abandoned mine tailings sites using solar PV?geomembrane technology to mitigate tailings contamination problems and generate renewable solar energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Victoria Junction Tailings Dam in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia was selected for this study. A techno?economic assessment of the mine tailings site was conducted using ArcGIS, RETScreen and SAM software. The study concluded that abandoned mine tailings sites can be utilized for installation of solar photovoltaic farms.engUniversity of Calgary graduate students retain copyright ownership and moral rights for their thesis. You may use this material in any way that is permitted by the Copyright Act or through licensing that has been assigned to the document. For uses that are not allowable under copyright legislation or licensing, you are required to seek permission.report