What Should You Do When Your Solar Project Underperforms?

Synopsis

Even well designed solar projects can underperform due to technical issues, changing market conditions, or operational challenges. We’ll explore this topic through quick-fire, 20-minute back-to-back presentations followed by a joint audience Q&A. Attendees will gain fresh perspectives on strategies for diagnosing, addressing, and preventing underperformance in solar assets.

Session 1 Technical & Operational Fixes

“Diagnosing and Recovering Underperforming Solar Assets”
• Diagnose root causes with advanced monitoring and testing methodologies
• Prioritise interventions by quantifying ROI across upgrade and repair options
• Apply remediation and recovery protocols that protect investor returns
• Showcase retrofit and repowering technologies that demonstrably lift yields

Session 2 Financial & Strategic Responses

“Managing the Financial Impact of Underperformance”
• Allocate responsibility through contractual mechanisms and insurance solutions
• Structure performance guarantees and warranties to protect investors
• Decide when to remediate versus divest chronically underperforming assets
• Build data-driven frameworks to prevent recurrence and adapt to policy or market shifts