The goal of this project was to assist the Alternative Technology Association by providing an enhanced assessment methodology for solar photovoltaic systems, emphasizing the development of a quantifiable evaluation of reliability and performance. To realize this goal, we interviewed industry leaders, surveyed solar consumers, and researched factors affecting solar photovoltaic system quality. The project resulted in a more comprehensive assessment methodology to aid the ATA in providing consultations that examine the value of solar photovoltaic systems.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Hoey, Conor J.
• Arthur, Daniel P.
• Westgate, Brian
• Laffer, Tess

Subject

• Sustainability
• Energy

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-050117-211109

Keyword

• Sustainability
• Photovoltaic power systems

Advisor

• Michalson, William R.
• McCauley, Stephen M.

Year

• 2017

Center

• Melbourne, Australia Project Center - IQP

Sponsor

• Alternative Technology Association

Date created

• 2017-05-01

Location

• Melbourne

Resource type

• Interactive Qualifying Project

Rights statement

• In Copyright