UNSW study finds bushfire risks to PV assets extend far beyond direct fire damage

T2Covered by 1 source · first reported by Utility Dive / pv magazine / Energy-Storage.news at 28 Oct, 08:00 UTC

Australian researchers found that bushfire smoke can reduce solar power generation by up to 70% near fires and by 30% to 40% in areas more than 150 km away. Elevated temperatures during bushfires also accelerate PV module degradation, highlighting the need for improved forecasting, maintenance, and…

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• T2UNSW study finds bushfire risks to PV assets extend far beyond direct fire damageUtility Dive / pv magazine / Energy-Storage.news28 Oct, 08:00