Traditionally, IV curve tracing has been the primary method for identifying issues within operational solar arrays. While IV curve tracing has its merits, it is a meticulous process using subtractive investigation that can be time-consuming and sometimes ineffective.

Capitalizing on economies of scale, the affordable collection of thermal data from drones and airplanes is reshaping traditional solar health diagnostics. Thermal imaging can reveal solar health defects down to the cell level, while also providing situational awareness by pinpointing the location and source of the problem.

In this pv magazine Webinar, we explore whether thermography can effectively replace IV curve tracing for solar diagnostics and inspection and learn what roles IV curve tracing can serve as a tool in the toolbox. By comparing the strengths and weaknesses of each method, we’ll uncover the most effective approach to maintaining optimal solar facility health and performance. Join us and discuss with the experts, Deanna Amodeo, analysis operations lead and Kevin Monsour, business development manager from Zeitview.

pv magazine Webinar content:

• Overview the evolution of solar health assessment
• Explore aerial thermography and its impact on cost-effectiveness and project efficiency
• Discuss integration strategies for aerial thermography
• Q&A

Questions can be submitted beforehand in the comments window when registering or in the chat during the live webinar. Ryan Kennedy, editor at pv magazine USA, will be the moderator of this webinar.

Registration for this pv magazine Webinar is free of charge.

Speakers

Deanna Amodeo | Analysis Operations Lead, Zeitview

Deanna is an Analysis Operations Lead with a passion for PV science and extensive expertise in solar aerial imagery analysis. With over 5 years of experience with Zeitview, she strives to contribute to solutions to improve the sustainability and efficiency of the world's energy infrastructure.

Kevin Monsour | Business Development Manager, Zeitview

Kevin Monsour is a Business Development Manager at Zeitview with nearly 20 years of experience in the solar industry. Kevin started his solar career as one of the founding partners of RESCo Energy where he was focused on the sales and operations of this solar focused EPCM where he helped build and maintain over $200M of distributed solar sites. Since transitioning from building and maintaining solar assets to the inspection side of solar he now helps solar asset owners, managers, developers and maintenance groups detect and improve the DC health of their assets.

Moderators

Ryan Kennedy | Editor, pv magazine USA