I read an interesting statement here
NASA GISS: Science Briefs: Cloud Climatology: Distribution and Character of Clouds
Specifically
"Over land there are more clouds, with higher reflectivity, in the afternoon."
If I am to take this at face value, should it not be possible to make more overall annual solar power with panels facing slightly East instead of true South? I'm wondering if anyone has any hard data on this as obviously there would be a point where the increased morning production would be countered by lower peak production. I wonder if something like 170 degrees might be optimal.
NASA GISS: Science Briefs: Cloud Climatology: Distribution and Character of Clouds
Specifically
"Over land there are more clouds, with higher reflectivity, in the afternoon."
If I am to take this at face value, should it not be possible to make more overall annual solar power with panels facing slightly East instead of true South? I'm wondering if anyone has any hard data on this as obviously there would be a point where the increased morning production would be countered by lower peak production. I wonder if something like 170 degrees might be optimal.