Problem: On the topic of the Valuation of Light as a Mineral Resource:
1. Please offer your perspective and supporting analysis for: the valuation of light as a mineral resource relative to the quantity of light in a given locale, where the unit cost is in $/Wp (dollars per peak watt).
Here the subscript "p" stands for "peak", meaning that system performance is measured at AM1.5 lab conditions of 1000 W/m2 solar shortwave spectrum irradiance and cell temperature of 25°C. It is a way to normalize performance when comparing modules/systems. The peak watt is also used to describe the "installed capacity" of solar farms or rooftops.
2. Which metrics - irradiation (MWh) or dollars per peak watt ($/Wp) do you think will be more important to communicate to a client and stakeholders for solar energy project design?