Heather Van Schoiack | Oct 8, 2010
This presentation describes the importance of PV output variability as a factor in calculating the value of a fleet of PV systems. The research was presented at Solar Power International in October, 2010. Download PDF >>>
Heather Van Schoiack | Aug 7, 2010
This paper presents a validation of the short- and medium-term global irradiance forecasts that are produced as part of the U.S. SolarAnywhere (2010) data set. Download PDF >>>
Heather Van Schoiack | May 8, 2010
This paper presents a study of how PV performance model results are affected when satellite-based weather data is used in place of ground-based measurements. Download PDF >>>
Heather Van Schoiack | May 8, 2010
This paper describes how to generate more accurate Weather-Adjusted Performance Guarantees for PV systems using a baseline dataset of monthly system production estimates coupled with a location-specific monthly solar resource index. Download PDF
Heather Van Schoiack | Dec 8, 2009
This presentation describes methods for evaluating the power output variability of PV fleets, and how that information is useful for utilities in the planning and operation of distributed PV. The research was presented at PowerGen International in Dec. 2009. Download...
