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Mitigating Fire Risks in Solar Power Plants: A Comprehensive Root Cause Analysis
In this PV Tech article, Ankil Sanghvi, Senior Engineering Manager, looks at the details of inverter architecture that should be investigated to prevent the worst from happening.
Due Diligence 101-Part 4: Decoding Solar Farm System Design
This fourth part of Due Diligence 101 series covers due diligence for buying solar farms, emphasizing analyzing control systems, degradation, shifting equipment, project portfolios, operations, maintenance, and comparing with original design specifications for optimal performance and reliability.
Due Diligence 101-Part 2: Choosing the Right Technology When Acquiring a Solar Farm
Successful solar project acquisition depends on evaluating the technology and engineering choices made—modules, inverters, racking systems, and production models. This post dives deep into how these decisions provide insights to corporate renewable energy buyers, ensuring the project's viability and performance.
Rooftop Solar’s Unspoken Truth: Fires and Safety Risks are Uncomfortably Common
The benefits of rooftop solar are enormous. However, the risk of fires on rooftop installations is uncomfortably common. A recent study by Clean Energy Associates showed that 90% of inspected rooftops had significant safety and fire risks.