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Beyond the Sunshine: How Real-World Conditions Shape Solar Panel Output

Blog

Photovoltaic (PV) systems are key to the transition toward clean energy, but their real-world performance is shaped by complex environmental interactions. For researchers working on the physics of solar energy systems, understanding how variables like temperature, humidity, aerosols, and wind impact panel efficiency provides a critical foundation for deeper modeling and analysis. This blog post…

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Emissions Response: Efficient Decarbonization using Real-Time Data

Journal article

This article introduces emissions response, the widespread use of real-time emissions factors in electricity grids as a signal for a dynamic response to facilitate decarbonization and system efficiency. Many publications have suggested dynamic approaches to addressing systemwide emissions, reducing emissions through time-sensitive consumption and aiding in the adoption of renewable and low-emissions technologies. With emissions…