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Cleaning up solar O&M

Regular solar panel cleaning can help prevent problems such as electrical faults, energy losses, and even fires. All too often, cleaning becomes a commonly overlooked part of operations and maintenance (O&M), argues Steve Williams, CEO of Clean Solar Solutions America.

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pv magazine

03 Dec 2024

Acids in bird feces corrode electrical components and can pose a real safety risk. | Photo: Clean Solar Solutions America

Solar panel cleaning continues to be an overlooked part of site O&M.Maintenance contracts can focus on electrical and mechanical aspects without regular cleaning, despite soiled panels suffering noticeably reduced yield.Often, panels only get cleaned once they appear dirty, but by the time soiling is noticeable, panels are already operating at a suboptimal level, leading to …

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