Reliability is won or lost in the details. Not all failures make headlines but many of them quietly erode performance, increase maintenance costs, and compromise long-term plant reliability. From cracked connectors and loose terminations to degraded junction boxes and premature tracker failures, small component-level issues can have big operational consequences. This session zooms in on the often-overlooked failures that accumulate over time, and what it takes to prevent them through better component design, selection, and system engineering.
\n\nhttps://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-10\n\nAuditorium LOCATION:Auditorium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260310T020039 SEQUENCE:1773104439 UID:SolarQualitySummitEurope2026-11@www.solar-quality-summit.com DTSTART:20260218T100500 DTEND:20260218T112000 SUMMARY:Next-Gen Forecasting: AI-Driven Solar & Grid Predictions URL:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-11 DESCRIPTION:Advances in artificial intelligence are transforming how the solar industry predicts weather, generation, and grid behavior. This session brings together leading research and applied innovations, with a spotlight on recent advances in the Supernova project. We will review the latest model developments from Google, NVIDIA, and the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) and examine how these breakthroughs are reshaping short- and medium-term weather forecasting. The session will also feature: AI models for day-ahead irradiance forecasting, Ensemble models for probabilistic PV forecasting, Net load forecasting at the primary substation level (preliminary results), Day-ahead congestion forecasting for interzonal transmission lines (preliminary results).
Attendees will leave with insights into how cutting-edge AI models and the Supernova project are enhancing forecast accuracy, reducing uncertainty, and enabling more resilient solar and grid operations.
\n\nhttps://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-11\n\nAuditorium LOCATION:Auditorium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260310T020039 SEQUENCE:1773104439 UID:SolarQualitySummitEurope2026-12@www.solar-quality-summit.com DTSTART:20260218T115000 DTEND:20260218T125000 SUMMARY:Revamp Ready: Using Data to Guide Smart Upgrades URL:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-12 DESCRIPTION:As solar and storage systems mature, every upgrade decision – whether re-sizing through revamping, integrating BESS, or replacing core components – carries significant financial and technical consequences. This session shows how targeted interventions can transform legacy assets into high-performing, future-ready power plants. Through real-world case studies, participants will see how to diagnose system bottlenecks, prioritize upgrades that deliver the greatest return, and integrate new solutions – such as advanced inverters, trackers, storage, or re-sized plant layouts – without compromising existing performance. Emphasis on the human+analytics collaboration demonstrates how expert judgment complements operational data, providing actionable frameworks to maximize energy yield, extend asset life, and strengthen bankability.
Attendees will leave with practical strategies to turn aging portfolios into resilient, high-value assets – ensuring that every retrofit delivers measurable, lasting impact.
\n\nhttps://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-12\n\nAuditorium LOCATION:Auditorium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260310T020039 SEQUENCE:1773104439 UID:SolarQualitySummitEurope2026-13@www.solar-quality-summit.com DTSTART:20260218T115000 DTEND:20260218T125000 SUMMARY:Diagnosing Underperformance: Root Causes Revealed URL:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-13 DESCRIPTION:Even with advanced technology, many PV plants still underdeliver on expected energy yield for years before root causes are identified. This session dissects real-world cases of chronic underperformance to uncover the technical, operational, and environmental drivers that suppress production. We will highlight how AI and robotics can accelerate performance diagnostics – while also showing their limits when data quality is weak or problems are novel. Attendees will leave with a sharper framework for diagnosing lost yield and restoring production quickly and sustainably.
\n\nhttps://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-13\n\nSears + Pisa LOCATION:Sears + Pisa END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260310T020039 SEQUENCE:1773104439 UID:SolarQualitySummitEurope2026-14@www.solar-quality-summit.com DTSTART:20260218T143000 DTEND:20260218T153000 SUMMARY:From Design to Delivery: AI-Powered Construction Quality Assurance URL:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-14 DESCRIPTION:Digital twins are transforming how PV projects are delivered, providing a real-time virtual replica of the site where drones, sensors, and automated analysis converge. This session shows how deviations from design can be flagged and corrected immediately, ensuring as-built quality aligns with specifications and long-term performance targets.
Attendees will see field-tested workflows for integrating digital twins with construction oversight, predictive maintenance planning, and commissioning, demonstrating measurable gains in energy yield, rework reduction, and reliability. The session emphasizes how AI-driven insights complement experienced engineering judgment, giving teams the tools to manage complex PV projects with precision and confidence.
The battery market is racing toward larger, denser cells to reduce upfront project costs, but “bigger” isn’t always better for long-term reliability. As cell size increases, managing internal heat and mechanical stress becomes exponentially more complex, which can silently accelerate degradation and shorten system life. This discussion will explore the trade-offs between immediate cost savings and 20-year durability, helping attendees identify which technologies truly support a profitable total cost of ownership.
\n\nhttps://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-15\n\nSears + Pisa LOCATION:Sears + Pisa END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260310T020039 SEQUENCE:1773104439 UID:SolarQualitySummitEurope2026-16@www.solar-quality-summit.com DTSTART:20260218T112000 DTEND:20260218T115000 SUMMARY:Coffee Break URL:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-16 DESCRIPTION:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-16\n\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260310T020039 SEQUENCE:1773104439 UID:SolarQualitySummitEurope2026-18@www.solar-quality-summit.com DTSTART:20260218T153500 DTEND:20260218T160000 SUMMARY:Closing Session URL:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-18 DESCRIPTION:.
\n\nhttps://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-18\n\nAuditorium LOCATION:Auditorium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260310T020039 SEQUENCE:1773104439 UID:SolarQualitySummitEurope2026-22@www.solar-quality-summit.com DTSTART:20260218T090000 DTEND:20260218T100000 SUMMARY:Inverter Reliability & Performance Protection URL:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-22 DESCRIPTION:In light of recent cybersecurity regulations impacting the solar industry, including landmark regulatory, legislaive acts such as NIS2, CRA, NCCS and possible restrictions on supply chains and sourcing of key components such as inverters, this session will deal with efficient, cost-effective and timely methods of ensuring compliance while continuing to rely on global supply chains.
\n\nhttps://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-22\n\nSears + Pisa LOCATION:Sears + Pisa END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260310T020039 SEQUENCE:1773104439 UID:SolarQualitySummitEurope2026-23@www.solar-quality-summit.com DTSTART:20260218T100500 DTEND:20260218T112000 SUMMARY:Resilience by Design: Preparing PV Systems for Extreme Events URL:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-23 DESCRIPTION:Extreme weather events: storms, heatwaves, hail, and high winds pose growing risks to PV plants. This session explores technical solutions to make systems more resilient, including structural reinforcement, advanced mounting designs, robust electrical layouts, and protective component choices. AI tools for predictive modeling and stress simulation will be highlighted as complementary methods to validate and optimize these engineering solutions. Attendees will gain actionable insights on designing PV systems that maintain performance and reliability under severe environmental conditions.
\n\nhttps://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-23\n\nSears + Pisa LOCATION:Sears + Pisa END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260310T020039 SEQUENCE:1773104439 UID:SolarQualitySummitEurope2026-24@www.solar-quality-summit.com DTSTART:20260218T083000 DTEND:20260218T090000 SUMMARY:Official Registration URL:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-24 DESCRIPTION:https://www.solar-quality-summit.com/programme/programme-overview#conference-schedule-item-data-24\n\n END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR