Smart O&M Group

The Smart O&M Group studies the performance of various photovoltaic (PV) systems with the goal of understanding their past, present and future behaviour. Such efforts are critical in safeguarding that PV assets perform as intended, both technically and commercially. As of Dec 2024, the group has been monitoring close to 100 MW_p across 300+ sites in 8 countries in Asia. These assets are part of an ever-growing database as more and more system owners (be it private individuals, companies or solar developers), EPCs and O&M providers seek guidance in comprehending their asset performance. PV systems managed by the group cover all types of deployment: from small residential rooftop systems of tens of kW_p, through commercial installations of a few hundred kW_p, all the way to megawatt-scale industrial systems and utility-scale ground-mounted or floating PV systems. Naturally, operational excellence is at the core of what the group aims to achieve: running & maintaining PV systems professionally in accordance with best industry practices, but also ensuring that assets achieve their returns on investment. Such focus is paramount for the safe & reliable PV systems operation in the long run. Additionally, the group also further deepens the worldwide scientific knowledge on PV system performance and reliability across different climates.