Boosting utility-scale PV plant efficiency: the critical role of MET stations

In a discussion with PES, PowerWise SOLAR’s Founder and CEO, Carsten M. Steenberg, highlights the critical role of MET stations in monitoring the performance of utility-scale photovoltaic plants. Boasting an impressive global installation of over 10,000 units, the company is at the forefront of the industry in this domain. Fitted with diverse sensors they provide essential real-time data, which is key to enhancing operational efficiency, planning maintenance, and reducing risks.

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