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With Matteo Baricchio, Hesan Ziar (both Researchers at TU Delft), and Marc Korevaar, Scientist at OTT HydroMetPV modules generate the largest amount of electricity when directly exposed to the sun. In theory, using two-axis trackers would maximize the yield. For obvious economic reasons, a fixed installation towards the south is the more popular setup. But it is not the power output alone, that counts in the end, as power prices differ a lot throughout the day. They are low at noon, when there is plenty of energy available and higher in the morning and evening hours.So what is the best setup from an economic perspective? That is the question investigated by Matteo Baricchio and Hesan Ziar, two young researchers at the Technical University of Delft. In this episode of OTT CAST, we elaborate on their exciting research work, that compares East/West (E/W) vertical bifacial photovoltaic (PV) modules with conventional North/South (N/S) tilted configuration depending on the design choices and external conditions. We are joined by Marc Korevaar, our experienced Scientist at OTT HydroMet, who supported the researchers during their complex simulations with real measurement data.Tune in and learn about: Potential of bifacial modules for East/West vertical installationsDistinguishing performance from profitabilityMulti-use PV applications in combination with wind energy and hydropowerOur appreciation and thanks go out to our guests:Hesan Ziar works as an assistant professor in the Electrical Sustainable Energy department of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, and Computer Science, at Delft University of Technology.Matteo Baricchio is a PhD Candidate at the Delft Center for Systems and Control, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, at Delft University of Technology.Further readingResearch paper: Modelling of bifacial photovoltaic farms to evaluate the profitability of East/West vertical configuration=====CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

With Craig Plaatjes, Global Product Manager at OTT HydroMetIntersolar has been huge this year. 18 halls filled with new PV panels, battery systems, inverters, mounting equipment, cleaning robots, software solutions, and more, underscore the industry’s dynamics and hunger for innovationIn this episode of OTT CAST, we summarize our learnings and observations from the recent edition. Craig Plaatjes, Global Product Manager, and our host Martin Maly, Sales Manager Eastern Europe, were part of the team that represented OTT HydroMet with its brands Kipp & Zonen and Lufft at Intersolar 2024. Shortly before leaving Munich, they met at the hotel lobby to exchange thoughts and impressions. Please apologize for the occasional background noise.Tune in and learn about: Intersolar 2024: The biggest solar show in EuropeHot topic: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and green hydrogenStandards: How to make your PV plant compliant with IEC 61724-1Further readingWhitepaper: Solar Energy International Standards=====CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

With Sajad Badalkhani, Service & Technical Support Manager at OTT HydroMetFood for geeks! Most measurement instruments are either analog or smart. This applies to our Kipp & Zonen portfolio for solar irradiance monitoring, too. But which one to choose for which application?In this episode of OTT CAST, we welcome Sajad Badalkhani, an experienced technical expert for solar monitoring instruments. We discuss the technical differences between analog and smart sensors and who they are designed for. Sajad explains the concept of the Modbus protocol and introduces the SMP12, an ISO 9060:2018 Class A pyranometer with integrated heating and built-in sensors for remote monitoring of humidity and tilt angle.Tune in and learn about: Pros and cons of analog and smart sensorsIntroducing the Modbus protocol Next level monitoring with the new Kipp & Zonen SMP12=====CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

With Maarten van Pel and Renske Cox, Ambassadors for Sustainable Travelling at 4x4electric.comSpecial Holidays Episode! This Dutch couple has seen quite a big part of the world. Maarten van Pel and Renske Cox always have been passionate travelers. But one day, they decided to stop flying. This decision gave birth to a spectacular idea and their biggest adventure yet: Driving from the Netherlands to Cape Town and back – powered mainly by solar energy.In this episode of OTT CAST, we welcome two dedicated ambassadors for sustainable traveling. Maarten and Renske talk about their 13-months trip with more than 38.000 kilometers driven in a Skoda Enyaq, a battery electric vehicle (BEV). Thanks to PV panels on the rooftop and in the trunk of their car, they were able to generate more than half of the needed energy form the sun.Tune in and learn about: Impressions from Africa, a beautiful continent full of contrasts How and where to charge a BEV with solar panels Effective use of Kipp & Zonen CMP3 pyranometer to optimize charging performance=====CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/