Initial situation and requirements
Solar power is one of the fastest growing sources of global energy today. PV modules with different physical performance characteristics are used to harness energy at locations around the world. Climates and mounting requirements vary among locations. These variations in operating conditions have a direct link to energy yield and power plant profits.
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Because software simulation tools are not always as reliable as expected, performance and durability must be tested in the field to validate an individual PV module technology suitable for a particular climate environment.
Solutions and results
The TÜV Rheinland PV Climate Project resulted in the reliable comparison of different PV modules operating under changing climate conditions specific to various environments around the world.
Our specialists gathered climate data in 4 countries – Germany, India, USA, and Saudi Arabia – over a period of up to 4 years, and were able to determine the stability of electrical parameters and the STC power of individual PV modules during operation.
Benefits for the client
Our PV Climate Project provided critical data needed to help our customers:
- Identify technological weaknesses
- Implement technological improvements according to measurement results
- Choose reliable technology – Reduce risk to investment
- Optimise energy yield – Increase net profit
- Market with independent third-party testing results
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