How to Measure Lightning Protection for Photovoltaic Panels: A 2024 Technical Guide
With global solar capacity projected to reach 5 TW by 2030 , photovoltaic (PV) systems face increasing lightning-related risks. Just last month, a 50MW Texas solar farm lost 17% of its inverters during a severe thunderstorm – a $2.3 million preventable loss . But how do we quantify lightning protection effectiveness? Let's break down the measurement strategies keeping modern solar installations safe.
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