الإصدار 3 - العدد 7 (2025-10-20)

Saudi National Solar Digital Twin

Researcher: Ghadeer Mohamed Rashwan

Saudi Arabia’s energy transition, aligned with Vision 2030 and the Net Zero 2060 targets, requires robust, transparent, and data-driven infrastructures. This research presents the Solar ROI Digital Twin Platform, an innovative framework integrated with smart meters, government digital services, and advanced financial analytics. The platform enables real-time monitoring of energy consumption, solar PV generation, and financial indicators such as ROI, NPV, and Payback Period. A Riyadh pilot study with 1,000 households and 50 rooftop PV systems demonstrates potential bill reductions of 15–25%, increased investor confidence by 20%, and significant carbon reduction impact. This study contributes to bridging the gap between smart grid technology, financial transparency, and policy-making, positioning Saudi Arabia as a leader in national digital energy ecosystems.