University of Minnesota students map out solar potential

hockeythug · Jul 30, 2014

Where are the sunniest places in Minnesota?

A team of seven graduate students at the University of Minnesota has found the answer, down to the square meter. The result is an innovative Web-based “solar suitability” tool designed to help renewable energy companies choose suitable sites for solar panels. The award-winning application also has potential uses in transportation, natural resource management and urban planning.

Story:http://www.startribune.com/business/268636802.html

Link to the map:http://maps.umn.edu/solar/

Pretty cool stuff.

Evbwcaer · Jul 30, 2014

Sweet, I have solar going in September or October and my roof shows "optimal" for the portions getting panels. What a neat tool and project.

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hockeythug · Jul 30, 2014

Evbwcaer said:
Sweet, I have solar going in September or October and my roof shows "optimal" for the portions getting panels. What a neat tool and project.
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What were your total per year and avg per day #'s? Mine are:

Total per Year: 1231.94
Avg per Day: 3.38 (Optimal)

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