How precision agriculture can benefit both businesses and communities
Agriculture is an essential but temperamental industry. A farm's profitability and harvest success often depend on uncontrollable factors. Weather, disease, and other difficult-to-predict factors can impact a harvest, so farmers naturally want to do what they can to maximize their chances of a successful harvest. Precision agriculture is a modern solution meant to combat these problems. As of…
Potential of premium GIS data. Why public flood data can be risky business?
Hurricane Milton, Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Debby, historic flooding in New York, Vermont, and Valencia, Spain... The reality is, there’s a new reality when it comes to flood risk. It’s not just that it feels like there are more and more severe flood events each year – there are; flood risk is fundamentally changing before our eyes as climate change creates more severe weather events.
Many…
PVcase drives green innovation in EU’s landmark TRUST-PV project
PVcase, along with 20 partners across Europe, has participated in the TRUST-PV project to make a new push in renewable energy. Funded by the EU's ambitious Horizon Europe research and innovation program, the project aimed to enhance the performance and reliability of solar photovoltaic (PV) components and systems in large portfolios of distributed and utility-scale PV.
During four years of…
The costs of obsolescence in renewable energy
Solar and wind are highly effective forms of sustainable energy production and show immense promise moving forward. With the potential for energy independence, reduced overhead expenses, and tax benefits, it’s easy to see why a growing number of businesses are investing in renewable energy. One issue, however, that is concerning to many companies is the degradation and disposal of solar panels…
Is solar power truly renewable or nonrenewable?
Renewable energy sources are unlimited and naturally replenished, while nonrenewable resources come from finite sources. Solar energy is considered a renewable resource because the sun shines on Earth daily. Even if you use all of your solar resources in one day, they’ll be naturally replenished tomorrow.
Even though solar energy is renewable, certain characteristics differentiate it from…
Harnessing brownfields for solar projects: discovering new solar opportunities with PVcase Prospect
Previously, we spotlighted the basic definitions for energy communities, including brownfields.
While coal closure census tracts and MSA/non-MSA energy communities have taken center stage, brownfields are no less important. With $1.5 billion in funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (the largest investment ever in brownfield communities) and incentives under the Inflation Reduction…
Separating solar energy facts from fiction
Solar energy is becoming much more common. In the U.S., solar energy systems today produce eight times more energy than a decade ago. As the cost of photovoltaic (PV) panels continues to fall, more homeowners and businesses are considering adding panels to their roofs or properties.
Despite its increased profile, solar energy is still confusing for many people. Myths and misconceptions…
Overcoming technical challenges in renewable energy projects. How PVcase transformed OHLA’s design process
In the rapidly advancing field of renewable energy, engineering and construction firms face numerous technical challenges, such as data risk, manual drawings on AutoCAD, limited resources, or last-minute changes. These challenges hinder timelines, increase project costs, often require more resources, and complicate the transition to a sustainable future.
These challenges didn’t bypass…
Selecting ideal parcels for renewable development. What to consider while using PVcase Prospect’s integrated data?
The global push towards renewable energy sources has reached an unprecedented momentum. As societies worldwide recognize the urgency of transitioning towards sustainable energy solutions, the role of property selection in renewable energy development has become increasingly vital. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the multifaceted considerations involved in choosing the ideal…
Sustainable cities: what urban living of the future might look like
Technological advancements have greatly transformed how we interact with one another and the planet – and this also applies to where and how we live. One such example is the sustainable city, which seeks to address various environmental problems including pollution, climate change, and resource depletion.
These cities prioritize sustainable urban planning and infrastructure, incorporating…