What are the pros and cons of solar export limits?

Now, let’s look at some of the pros and cons of solar export limits. Allows for the installation of larger systems, particularly consumer systems — If there is an export limiter in place, you can often install a larger system without fear of over-exporting to the grid.

What is a solar PV export limitation?

When in the planning and design stages of a solar PV project, you may come across the term export limitation. Essentially the process involves fitting a device to cap exported power going from the solar system to the grid. But why would you want or need one? Read on to find out... What is export limitation?

What is solar export control?

In essence, solar export control refers to the amount of solar power you can send to the grid from a grid-connected solar installation. These limits can apply to any size of solar installation, from utility-scale projects to solar panels on private residences. Suppose a solar plant produces more electricity than can be supplied to the grid.

What are solar export limits?

Normally, these limits are put in place by any local utility or grid operator to prevent overload on their grid infrastructure. The reasoning behind these export limits is primarily to manage the balance between the supply and demand of electricity over a grid with high solar power generation.

Does a solar export control device need to be included?

The network may also stipulate that a solar export control device is included in any plans before new installations are approved. However, the inclusion of this tech often results in automatic approval. There are three main types of solar export control that are currently used. Let’s look at each in turn.

How can solar asset risk be managed?

“Managing solar asset risk requires a concerted industry effort to ensure sustainable growth and investment,” said Jason Kaminsky, CEO at kWh Analytics. “It is in our collective interest to address the evolving risks identified in the report and to collaborate on solutions.