As distribution system capacity becomes increasingly constrained in high-solar markets like California and the Northeast, and compensation for excess generation decreases, developers are often choosing to apply for interconnection under non-export or export-limited terms to get their commercial projects approved faster and avoid grid upgrade costs.
Joining us to discuss this growing trend is Andrew Aldama, Solutions Director at GoodWe USA, who brings a wealth of experience in configuring PV systems for non-export or export-limited operation.
This presentation covers all the extra considerations necessary for these systems, including sizing to load, string inverter export controls and adding capacity to an existing system at an approved export level. It also touches on the code behind power control systems, important equipment listings and how EPCs can deliver what utilities and inspectors expect to see.
The ultimate goal is to help a broad audience understand the reasons behind choosing a non-export or export-limited system and the best practices involved in getting that system designed, approved and commissioned the right way.
pv magazine Webinar content:
- When to choose export control
- How string inverter export control works
- System sizing, code and AHJ acceptance
- Pre-mobilization checks to enable commissioning
- Q&A
Speaker
Andrew Aldama is Solutions Director at GoodWe North America, where he leads technical sales support, product positioning, and regulatory compliance for the company’s inverter and storage portfolio. He brings more than 15 years of renewable energy experience, starting as a field installer and advancing through technical and leadership roles. That field background shapes his focus: helping installers and channel partners design and commission commercial PV systems that perform as specified.
Moderator
Ben Zientara is a journalist, writer, and policy analyst in the solar industry, where he has worked since 2014. Currently the Associate Editor of pv magazine USA, his written work has informed a broad variety of audiences, teaching homeowners about the state policy and incentives that enable their dreams of going solar and keeping industry professionals up to date on the latest news about solar technology, finance, legislation, and regulatory policy.
In addition to his written work, Ben has hosted informational videos for the SolarReviews online platform and addressed audiences of industry professionals at multiple NABCEP CE conferences. His solar policy analysis work has been covered by both clean energy trade publications and national media outlets like Fast Company, NPR, Politifact, and the New York Times, and is currently included in the annual Community Power Scorecard from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.