Innovative Solar PV Modules launched @REI 2016 by Goldi Green An Interview with Goldi Green @REI 2016 The total solar installed capacity in India will cross 9 GW by the end of this year. By 2022, it is expected to…
How will the level of sub-contracting done by a solar EPC affect the power plant installation?
Just like typical construction projects, solar construction projects often see a good number of sub-contractors involved in it. It is seen that when too many contractors are involved in a project, the quality of implementation suffers due lack of effective communication…
Solar Power Plant Evaluation – What are the warranty clauses attached to key components?
When thinking about purchasing an operating solar power plant, it is important to carefully consider the types and durations of the warranties clauses attached to the components. Like most technology products that one buys, major solar plant components also come…
Solar EPC and Training solutions by Renewage Cleantech An Interview @REI 2016
Not surprisingly, the Solar sector is attracting many new start-ups – big and small. Many professionals with engineering background and good exposure to solar design and erection have been showing a keen interest to enter the Solar EPC segment. Renewage…
Super Big FAQ on Rooftop Solar by Solar Mango
In this list of Super Big FAQs on Rooftop Solar , Solar Mango has compiled a comprehensive list of questions answered on various Solar Mango sections. For ease of use, the questions have been categorized into the following. Rooftop Solar Basics Cost/Investment Components…
Solar Power Plant Evaluation – Are the component suppliers still in business?
When it comes to power plant components, most people take refuge in the warranties provided by the supplier, some of these warranties extending up to even a quarter of a century. But how good are these warranties if the companies…
Solar Power Plant Evaluation – What is the average CUF (Capacity Utilisation Factor) of the power plant?
Solar power plants are graded based on mostly two indices, CUF (Capacity Utilisation Factor ) and PR(Performance Ratio). The yield from the power plant is reflected in these metrics. Let’s discuss the CUF in this section. Before that, we must…
Super Big List of Solar Power Facts
Super Big List of Solar Power Facts Here’s a super big list of solar power facts, listed under prominent categories. Solar Panels Solar panels can be classified into crystalline (monocrystalline and polycrystalline) and thin-film panels. In 2015, polycrystalline panels account for over 70% of…
What is the significance of adopting a superior monitoring solution for your solar plant?
For most customers, a solar inverter’s basic display is informative enough. It is easy to access—right on the front of the inverter — and displays the basic monitoring parameters, which typically includes instantaneous power output, daily energy production, and…
What is the relevance of building-integrated photovoltaics in the current solar market?
Building-integrated photovoltaics or BIPVs have emerged over the years as a solution to make buildings energy efficient. BIPVs replace traditional roofing materials used on buildings. This thin-film PV technology relies on novel manufacturing methods. To make the materials, the active material…