National Standard for Photovoltaic Energy Storage Quality Assurance

What is photovoltaic reliability and standards development?

The reliability of photovoltaic (PV) systems refers to the ability of these technologies to dependably produce power over a long and predictable service lifetime. The ability to stand up to a variety of weather conditions also contributes to the reliability of these systems.

Are photovoltaic solar energy systems safe?

The safe and reliable installation of photovoltaic (PV) solar energy systems and their integration with the nation’s electric grid requires timely development of the foundational codes and standards governing solar deployment.

What are the energy rating methods for PV modules?

1. Energy Rating Methodologies for PV Modules IEC 61853 series “Photovoltaic (PV) module performance testing and energy rating”: Results from indoor and outdoor measurements are used in a time-step simulation with tabulated climate data sets (hourly values).

What are the guidelines for a PV system?

The guidelines cover system classification, selection of DC or AC system, performance, output power of PV array; output power of PV system and maximum expected consecutive days of cloudy weather; as well as operational characteristics of the PV system. They include PV system components, and the structural design of a PV system.

Where can I find a specific PV reliability and standards development project?

To view specific PV reliability and standards development projects, search the Solar Energy Research Database. Learn more about PV research, other solar energy research in SETO, and current and former funding programs.

What is the PV module QA manufacturing guideline?

The development of a 'PV Module QA Manufacturing Guideline' as a PV-specific International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9000 standard is underway. This effort also includes the development of a draft IEC standard for the electronics integrated in PV modules, which is a systematic study of PV module failure modes.