4 FAQs about After-sales service investment for a 350kw pv distribution

How does PV benefit distribution systems?

Finally, PV can benefit distribution systems in some cases by ofsetting load growth and thus preempting the need for upgrades such as new transformers or distribution lines with higher ratings. When the presence of PV necessitates distribution system upgrades, utilities typically choose from among various traditional options.

What reports are generated by the online version of PV O&M cost model?

Reports generated by the online version of the PV O&M cost model are, as with the spreadsheet version described previously, annual O&M cost, net present value of PV O&M costs, and reserve account amount for each year. As with the spreadsheet version, key indicators, such as $/kW/year and $/kWh delivered, are also presented.

Where can I find the PV O&M cost model?

Software designers and programmers at SunSpec Alliance produced an online version of the PV O&M cost model available at apsuite.sunspec.org. (one will need to register themselves to get access to the online PV cost model).AP Suite stands for Asset Performance Suite and includes both the PV O&M Cost Model and oSPARC, which logs system performance.

How can we improve PV O&M cost estimates?

Recommendations for future work include an encouragement for system and fleet operators to share their actuarial data on operations and maintenance in order to advance the accuracy and utility of cost estimating tools. Feedback from actual costs should be carefully curated to refine future PV O&M cost estimates.

View/Download After-sales service investment for a 350kw pv distribution [PDF]

PDF version includes complete article with source references. Suitable for printing and offline reading.