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With Solargik’s new assistant, operators now receive clear recommendations. The crops underneath manage themselves.

Solargik presents new digital tool for solar park management

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The Sunnie platform uses live data from solar installations to deliver actionable recommendations for operators and investors. Solargik is currently showcasing the new tool at the solar trade fair in Las Vegas.

Before doing this (left), double-check the connectors for compatibility.

EMC-direct – wiring systems correctly and safely

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When setting up solar systems, it's crucial to ensure the correct connectors are consistently used. Improper connections can lead to significant and easily avoidable risks.

Expert Thaddäus Nagy illustrates some of the classic mistakes in installation and system operation.

EMC-direct – human factor behind high costs

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Photovoltaic systems represent an essential component of the energy transition. As investments, operators naturally expect regular returns. This makes technical defects and damage all the more vexing – in particular when they are the result of avoidable mistakes.

Expert Thaddäus Nagy illustrates some of the classic mistakes in installation and system operation.

EMC-direct – these installation faults are easily avoided

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Negligence and errors during installation, whether due to ignorance, time pressure or unsuitable materials, are among the most common causes of damage and performance loss in photovoltaic systems.

The jaws of a certified crimper deliver tonnes of force – enough to make or break a 25-year solar installation.

Crimping matters – how to get DC cabling right

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Correct DC connections are critical for long-term performance and safety in solar installations. From the right choice of connectors to professional crimping tools, EMC-direct highlights the best practices to boost reliability in the field.

A right mess - not what you imagined at the beginning of your solar journey.

Nuisance birds – Preventive measures for solar installations

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The birds and other animals that take shelter under solar panels can quickly lead to noise, mess and serious system damage. How can this challenge be addressed without creating new issues elsewhere? Our expert Michael Mattstedt explains in part two on our feathered fiends.

As the smallest component in the system, DC connectors can have a major impact on overall reliability.

EMC-direct – don’t underestimate DC connectors

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Connectors are often overlooked in system design and construction, but their impact on reliability is anything but minor. Poor quality or improper installation can lead to significant issues down the line.

On the field – SolarPower Europe`s new report highlights the critical importance of proper O&M.

SolarPower Europe publishes latest best practices guidance

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The solar association presented the latest version of its Operation & Maintenance: Best Practice Guidelines at the Solar Quality Summit Europe in Barcelona, co-organised with Intersolar.

UV resistance is not a given - check that your components will cope in the sun.

EMC-direct: Don’t underestimate cable UV resistance

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The choice of cable ties and protective conduits is crucial for the longevity and safety of PV systems. Alongside UV radiation, temperature, humidity, salt content and other environmental factors must also be taken into account.

Fire protection is becoming more important, above all for commercial installations.

EMC-direct: Knowing and avoiding fire risks in solar fields

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Statistical data show that fires in solar systems are extremely rare. Still, mistakes and accidents can lead to devastating and even fatal fires. High-quality installation makes all the difference.

Expert Thaddäus Nagy illustrates some of the classic mistakes in installation and system operation.

EMC-direct: Secure cable routing prevents later damage

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Professional cable routing is paramount for the safety and efficiency of photovoltaic systems. Improperly installed cables can result in performance losses, short circuits and in the worst case fire.

Feathered friends aren't always your friends.

Nuisance birds – Dealing with unwanted visitors

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A well-installed rooftop PV system should run smoothly. Nesting birds and other animals pose a genuine safety and fire risk. Our expert Michael Mattstedt outlines the issue and offers practicable solutions in part one on our feathered fiends.

Sue Quense, Chief Commercial Officer, at software provider Aveva (Cambridge/UK), has extensive experience in industrial systems.

Expert analysis: As we rebuild the grid, we must rethink its management

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Digitised power systems are well-uited for handling today’s fluctuating demands. Data-driven approaches are unlocking new opportunities for operation, maintenance and management, as Sue Quense, Chief Commercial Officer at Aveva, explains.

Solar modules on the roof of DHL’s facility in Pirkkala, Finland

DHL turns to solar for new logistics centre in Finland

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As part of its global climate strategy, DHL is aiming for all new buildings to be climate-neutral by 2030 and full climate neutrality by 2050. Photovoltaics play a central role, including at its Finnish sites.

SolarEdge: New mobile app for operations for residential and C&I solar installers

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SolarEdge has unveiled SolarEdge Go, an app designed to streamline solar installations and site management. It integrates commissioning, monitoring, and servicing tools while introducing remote diagnostics and fleet management features for enhanced efficiency.

Jörg Niche takes over as new CEO of Solar-Log

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Providers of web-enabled solutions for solar PV monitoring, smart energy and feed-in management, Solar-Log have a new CEO: The former CSO Jörg Niche.

Nomad Electric expands its renewable energy business in Portugal.
Iberian Peninsula

Portugal: Nomad Electric signs new O&M contract

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Nomad Electric has signed an operations and maintenance (O&M) contract with a leading developer of utility-scale renewable energy projects, to provide O&M support for a solar plant in Portugal with a capacity close to 30 MW.

Italy

Obton unveils Advanced Global Monitoring Centre in Milan

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Obton's new Global Monitoring Centre in Milan centralizes operations for two gigawatts of plant capacity. Utilizing Meteocontrol's VCOM software, it enhances data control, optimizes production, and improves reporting for better decision-making and higher investor returns.

ZYC Portal

An all-in-one tool for remote monitoring and management

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ZYC Energy has recently introduced ZYC Portal, a platform designed to streamline remote monitoring and management of ZYC Energy Storage Systems.

Intersolar 2024

Self-sufficient surveillance of solar parks against theft and sabotage

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As part of The smarter E Europe, LivEye presents an energy self-sufficient monitoring system and a security solution that can be permanently installed to protect solar parks.

Collaboration

Chemitek Solar and SolarCleano jointly exhibit at Intersolar

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Chemitek Solar and SolarCleano have announced their collaborative participation at Intersolar Europe 2024, alongside their ambassadors. The event will take place in Munich from June 19th to 21st, 2024.

 Monitoring tools play an important role to ensure an optimal performance of solar assets.
BayWa r.e. - 3E

Cooperation for monitoring and analyzing the global PV portfolio

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BayWa r.e. and the Belgian technology company 3E have signed a strategic partnership agreement. BayWa r.e. has chosen 3E's Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform SynaptiQ as its new monitoring and analytics system for all solar plants and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

 Here you can see the delamination like air bubbles.
Secondsol

New blog explains error patterns and damage in second-hand PV modules

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What causes the brown colouration of the EVA films? How do hotspots occur in the module and what can be done? Why do microcracks and cell breakage occur? How can they be recognised and what measures should be taken? How do you recognise delamination?

Austria

Koga Energy launches its EPC solution services

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Koga Energy, the Austria based Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) solutions provider, has officially launched, providing services for solar energy projects across Europe.

Artificial Intelligence

Inion develops AI tool to enhance solar power plant efficiency

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Knowing how much energy a solar power plant will generate is essential to its operator. This is especially true with larger solar power plants: electricity suppliers need to establish how much energy they are capable of producing.