Benchmarking applied factors to systemically investigate the influence and performance characteristics of the solar energy technology

Solar collector represents a device that primarily collects solar radiation and induced performance capabilities can be attain via right selection of solar collector. Accordingly, in study; cluster of driving factors are presented and investigated towards influencing the performance of solar technology. The study describes 15 qualitative and 18 quantitative factors that can help practitioners in influencing the performance characteristics of solar technology. The study has utilised six-step methodological framework to evaluate described factors and 33 questionnaires are presented for mapping said factors. The compensation of factors allied with 'power output aptitude', 'orientation and tilt angle' and 'glass maintenance and prevention from breakage' are found significant for attaining prominent efficiencies from solar system. This study attempts to spread a knowledgeable base, valuable facts and critical insights to researchers and practitioners about different factors that can affect the performance of solar systems. The study will support in future development of solar technology.