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    PV Panels Over Parking Lot Classification

    I've seen a lot of parking lots with PV structures built over top of the parking spaces. We were talking in the office and couldn't really figure out what the building code would say about this; is it a building or just a "carport" type structure? We've seen arrangements where the PV structure...
  2. jar546

    The Solar Revolution: Insights into the Growth and Hurdles of the PV Industry

    The photovoltaic (PV) or solar industry has undergone significant growth and transformation in recent years, a trend reflected in various aspects such as market growth, economic impact, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. Industry Growth and Economic Impact The solar industry...
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    Solar Power Optimizers and Maximum Inverter Voltage

    SolarEdge tells their designers to design a system based on the maximum power because their optimizers keep everything at the right voltage for the system. https://www.solaredge.com/us/guide-designing-with-solaredge Is this supported by code? CEC 690.7 (a) states that the maximum voltage shall...
  4. jar546

    NEC 690.47 Grounding Electrode System

    NFPA 70, Article 690.47 requires a grounding electrode system whenever you install a PV ( Photovoltaic) system, otherwise known as solar panels. Can the existing grounding electrode system of a building be utilized for compliance with NEC 690.47? Would any of you require a separate grounding...
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