Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation Permit Indicators

What is the IEA photovoltaic power systems programme?

The IEA Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme (IEA PVPS) is one of the TCP’s within the IEA and was established in 1993. The mission of the programme is to “enhance the international collaborative efforts which facilitate the role of photovoltaic solar energy as a cornerstone in the transition to sustainable energy systems.”

What is the approval process for a solar PV project?

A typical approval process for a solar PV project may involve multiple local departments and companies (for example, local development and reform commissions, city planning departments, energy administrations, ecology and environment departments, building departments, power grid companies, and banks).

What is FEMP's solar PV performance initiative?

As these systems age, their performance can be optimized through proper operations and maintenance (O&M). This report presents the findings of the Federal Energy Management Program’s (FEMP’s) Solar PV Performance Initiative, which aims to understand the performance of the federal PV fleet as compared to expected performance.

Does a residential solar permit reduce permitting review & adoption time?

Certain best practices, such as instant residential solar permitting, can significantly reduce permitting review and overall adoption timelines. (See Effects of Local Permitting and Interconnection Requirements on Solar PV Installation Durations, Energy Policy (2022).)

What are the standards & guidelines for PV electricity?

Additional standards and guidelines have later been published such as the ISO 21930 (Environmental Product Declaration on Construction Products”, International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 2017), and the Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (PEFCR) for PV electricity (TS PEF Pilot PV 2018).

Are PV systems compatible with the utility grid?

Interest in PV systems is increasing and the installation of large PV systems or large groups of PV systems that are interactive with the utility grid is accelerating, so the compatibility of higher levels of distributed generation needs to be ensured and the grid infrastructure protected.