Solar analytics solution

Locus Energy has launched an advanced, irradiance modeling tool as part of their PVIQ suite of analytical tools. Virtual Irradiance (VI) provides valuable data on the amount of sunlight that’s available at a particular time and location, enabling a highly accurate assessment of solar PV system performance. VI allows fleet managers to determine if a system is performing up to expectations, and which solar systems fail to meet performance standards. This information drives down costs by improving operations and maintenance (O&M) efficiency at an individual site or across an entire portfolio.
 
VI uses data from weather stations and satellite imagery to provide highly accurate, ground-level irradiance data for any location in the continental US. For small to medium-sized systems, VI eliminates the need for an onsite sensor, which may be prohibitively expensive. For larger projects, VI can fill gaps in and validate sensor data, which can become skewed due to mis-calibration, soiling, or other factors. 
 
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Volume: September/October 2014