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Evaluating solar vendors

The United States module supply market is rapidly changing. Regulatory, technical, and market dynamics are in flux, creating new challenges for module procurement, writes Brian Hansen, associate director for supply chain management at Clean Energy Associates (CEA).

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pv magazine

11 Oct 2023

CEA says that quality, reliability, and adherence to regulations are all important procurement considerations in 2023. | Photo: Menlo Electric

The process of procuring photovoltaic modules has transformed significantly, as this dynamic industry continues to evolve. A few years ago, cost-per-Watt of panel generation capacity was the sole consideration in this process for many buyers. The more recent interplay of tariffs, regulations, and emerging technology increasingly demands a comprehensive approach to selecting vendors.Buyers – whether …

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