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Introduction to solar

LCOE vs. Cost per Watt: What Really Matters for Commercial Flat Roof Solar?

22 July 2025

Introduction to solar

LCOE vs. Cost per Watt: What Really Matters for Commercial Flat Roof Solar?

This article explores why Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) is becoming the go-to metric for evaluating commercial solar projects—especially on flat roofs. As traditional incentives like the IRA face uncertainty and "cost per watt" becomes outdated, developers must shift toward long-term thinking.

Production and Performance

Bifacial Gain and Albedo: How Smart Racking Design Captures More Sunlight

Bifacial panels deliver real gains… but only if your racking design allows it! Discover how in this article!

Solar Panel Cleaning and Maintenance: Why Access Matters

Flat roof solar systems need proper access to stay efficient. Learn how smart design reduces cleaning costs and long-term maintenance headaches.

Low Load-Bearing Flat Roofs: How the Right Racking Enables Smart Project Management

Flat roofs with limited load-bearing capacity often pose a significant challenge for solar energy projects.

Production and Performance

Snow and PV panels : Challenges and Best Practices

It's challenging for people considering solar installations on their property to associate solar energy with snowy environments. However, this apparent incompatibility can be disproved with simple system adaptations and a few key principles to follow.

Wind Tunnel Studies for Flat Roof Solar Structures: What, How and Why?

The US solar market has experienced a remarkable surge in installations over the past decade. In 2023 alone, “the US solar industry installed 32.4 GWdc of new capacity, a 51% increase from the previous year”. This growth has been particularly pronounced in the commercial sector, “which set a new annual record in 2023 with 1,851 MWdc installed, a 19% increase over 2022”.

Introduction to solar

What exactly is a Solar Panel or Solar PV?

Solar panels work mainly because of the presence of silicon in them. Silicon, a substance we obtain from silica that is found in sand and is very prevalent on Earth. It possesses a crucial feature [...]

Introduction to solar

Everything you should know about Solar

In this article, we will explore, through 8 frequently asked questions, the functioning of solar panels and the advantages of solar energy. We will discuss their potential profitability, the number required to power a typical home, specific costs, and available government incentives.

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