Solar Resource

  • Determine the azimuth and altitude angle of the sun using a sun chart
  • Identify and define weather data sources
  • Calculate an array shading factor using PV Pathfinder
  • Identify the tilt angle and orientation to provide maximum energy production for a given site
  • Examine pre-qualification of customers
  • Complete preliminary remote assessment
  • Ability to discuss annual customer usage (kWh/year)
  • Using Google Earth, Google Maps and Bing Maps performing Solar Site Analysis
  • Evaluate site-specific options for PV mounting system
  • List pros and cons of different mounting options
  • Assess PV array layout options
  • Examine pre-qualification of customers
  • Complete preliminary remote assessment
  • Ability to discuss annual customer usage (kWh/year)