System Advisor Model (SAM)

System Advisor Model (SAM)

National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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About

Accurate estimation of solar energy potential is crucial in the pre-feasibility phase. Besides accurate results, it is also desired that the pre-feasibility study is done efficiently. Solargis prospecting tools, iMaps and pvPlanner, provide fast access to reliable solar yield estimates. The new Prospect tool further increases the accuracy of estimates and makes it easier to collaborate efficiently on the development of solar projects. Solargis data has the best accuracy and reliability amongst available solar databases. This has been confirmed by several independent studies. Solargis data has been validated at 1000+ locations globally. Validation statistics for 180+ non-confidential sites can be seen on our validation map. Popular simulation software such as PVsyst has advanced capabilities for system design and energy modeling. However, the default weather data in such tools is not the most reliable.

About

Photovoltaic systems, from small residential rooftops to large utility-scale systems. Concentrating Solar Power systems for electric power generation, including parabolic trough, power tower, and linear Fresnel. Power purchase agreement (PPA) projects where the system is connected to the grid at an interconnection point, and the project earns revenue through power sales. The project may be owned and operated by a single owner or by a partnership involving a flip or leaseback arrangement. Third-party ownership is where the system is installed on the customer's (host) property and owned by a separate entity (developer), and the host is compensated for power generated by the system through either a PPA or lease agreement.

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Individuals searching for a solar prospecting tool for project pre-feasibility

Audience

Techno-economic software model that facilitates decision-making for people in the renewable energy industry

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

€1,800 per year
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 3.0 / 5
features 3.0 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 4.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • It gives real-time data and is easy to do simulation. Solargis is the perfect online simulation software which I could recommend.

Cons

  • It is not easy at first but with a help of a webinar, it would make it much easier. I would recommend more training and simulation to be made available for self-teaching.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Solargis
Founded: 2010
Slovakia
solargis.com/products/prospect/overview

Company Information

National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Founded: 1977
United States
sam.nrel.gov/

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Categories

Solar Supported
Solar Design Supported

Categories

Solar Supported
Solar Design Supported

Integrations

RatedPower Supported
Solcast Not Supported

Integrations

RatedPower Not Supported
Solcast Supported
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