Are hydrological risks being adequately considered in the design of photovoltaic plants?

💬 We value your opinion. How can studies and designs be improved to better withstand extreme hydrometeorological events?

Recent torrential rains have left shocking images, and in the coming days, we will see more flooded photovoltaic plants. This is not the first time it has happened, and it certainly won’t be the last.

As weather conditions become more extreme, it is inevitable to ask:

💥 Are hydrological and hydraulic models being applied with appropriate return periods for estimating peak flows and their impact on infrastructure?
💥 Do we have rainfall and flow measurement data with the necessary density and quality for proper calibration of rainfall-runoff models?
💥 Are runoff coefficients, soil characteristics, and infiltration capacity being properly considered in hydrological studies?

📌 Beyond the obvious damage, excessive humidity accelerates #corrosion, weakens foundations, and causes #expansive clays to undergo significant volume changes.

At Orbis, we identify these risks, analyze them, and develop effective solutions to mitigate their impact.

🚀 Let’s open the discussion and work towards more resilient photovoltaic projects!

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