RatedPower, a part of Enverus, is a software solution designed to support the complete development cycle of large-scale photovoltaic (PV) projects, standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS), and hybrid systems that combine both PV and BESS technologies. This platform streamlines the entire process, from initial site identification to detailed engineering design, making it an essential tool for professionals in the renewable energy sector.
The platform is particularly beneficial for project developers, engineers, and energy analysts who are involved in the planning and execution of renewable energy projects. RatedPower integrates advanced geospatial analysis tools that allow users to identify suitable buildable sites by filtering through extensive datasets that include infrastructure details, interconnection queues, and energy pricing information. This capability is crucial for assessing land ownership and understanding locational marginal prices, which helps in identifying optimal interconnection points for energy distribution.
One of the standout features of RatedPower is its ability to facilitate technical design processes. Users can upload topographic data to perform cut-and-fill analyses, gaining insights into how terrain impacts plant layout. The platform also supports preliminary system design, providing bankable energy yield estimates and ensuring that interconnection engineering adheres to global standards. Users can easily generate essential documents such as single-line diagrams (SLDs) and Gen-Tie reports, which are vital for project approvals and financing.
For projects that incorporate battery energy storage, RatedPower offers the flexibility to integrate BESS either as part of a solar plant or as standalone units. The platform provides tools for capacity optimization and generates engineering documentation that supports feasibility studies, ensuring that users can effectively evaluate the viability of their projects. During the detailed design phase, users can refine layouts through batch simulations or manual adjustments, optimizing parameters such as pitch distance and DC/AC ratios. This allows for a thorough comparison of designs based on metrics like energy production, ground coverage ratio (GCR), and overall cost.
Collaboration and project handoff are made seamless with RatedPower, as the platform enables the export of editable reports, layout drawings, and 3D shading models that are compatible with industry-standard tools like PVsyst. This feature ensures continuity and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle, from early prospecting to final engineering delivery, making RatedPower a valuable asset for any professional involved in the development of renewable energy projects.
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Product Description
When talking about utility-scale PV plant engineering, design time matters. It’s hard to keep the LCOE low, the ROI high, and win solar projects in a fiercely competitive market.
pvDesign is the a cloud-based software which automates the study, analysis, design and engineering of PV plants.
Customers report a 5% decrease in LCOE.
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Emilio García Sánchez