Wellsite Solar Power Generation Maintenance Plan

What is preventative maintenance for solar assets?

Preventative maintenance for solar assets is a proactive strategy that reduces the chance of failure resulting in unplanned downtime. A preventative strategy can include scheduled cleanings, component replacements, and system repairs. Overall, it should increase the operational performance of the equipment.

Who provides post-installation solar services?

Solar, Inc., which provides post-installation solar services focusing on operations and maintenance of existing photovoltaic (PV) arrays.

How do I manage a fleet of PV systems?

Operating and maintaining a fleet of PV systems requires active resource management and data acquisition and analysis by the asset and operation manager(s). Outsource the service to a specialized third-party O&M provider.

Who is responsible for managing a solar system?

For larger solar installations, one full-time maintenance operator should be responsible for overseeing the system. It is essential that they have the capabilities to manage basic accounting.

What are NREL's best practices at the end of photovoltaic system performance period?

NREL’s Best Practices at the End of the Photovoltaic System Performance Period report includes recommendations for system owners, asset managers, and industry service providers regarding the handling and disposal of waste, including reuse and recycling of PV modules and other components as a way to reduce environmental impact.

How long should a PV installation warranty last?

Ensure at the conclusion of an installer warranty, which may be only 1–10 years, that any equipment warranties (which may be as long as 25 years for PV modules) transfer or are designated to the responsible O&M provider. Current status of KPIs should be available to all parties to the performance contract, both present values and trends over time.