The leading solar module reliability and performance testing lab
For over a decade, Kiwa PVEL has provided a suite of technical services for mitigating risk, optimizing financing and improving PV system performance around the world.
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Kiwa PVEL is the independent lab of the downstream solar industry.
Our bankability testing replaces assumptions about PV module performance with quantifiable metrics, and connects manufacturers with a global network of downstream, module purchasing, companies.
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Explore our services
Kiwa PVEL’s services support the worldwide solar and energy storage buyer community by generating data that accelerates the adoption of solar technology. They range from extended reliability and performance testing for PV modules, outdoor testing at an iconic grid-connected research site, and data services for PV project stakeholders.
Module Product Qualification Program
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Kiwa PVEL’s PQP is a key tool for mitigating PV module procurement risk by transforming industry-leading bankability testing into procurement intelligence. Learn more about our PQP methodology, PQP test details and procedures, and case studies from the lab and the field here. |
Module Testing
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In addition to PQP testing, Kiwa PVEL offers a variety of other module testing including batch testing to verify manufacturing consistency, stand-alone performance testing projects, and testing at our outdoor lab. Learn more about these offering here. |
Data and Consultancy
| Kiwa PVEL’s consulting and data services provide module purchasers with actionable insights to support procurement efforts. This includes co-authoring industry-leading market intelligence reports for PV modules and energy storage, Premium Partner subscriptions to access quarterly PQP results, and custom reports that dive deep into PVEL’s test results. |
Field testing
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While in-lab testing at Kiwa PVEL provides a wide range of valuable insights, field testing can be an important tool to address issues quickly and comprehensively. Kiwa PI Berlin’s field testing services can assess solar project’s baseline health at module delivery, verify post-installation performance and analyze site underperformance. |
PV Module Reliability Scorecard
For the past decade, Kiwa PVEL’s annual Scorecard showcases manufacturers that produce PV modules with noteworthy results in our independent testing, and has been a vital resource for solar professionals worldwide.
Kiwa PVEL’s Latest Resources
Buyers across the industry rely on Kiwa’s PVEL data and reports to make informed procurement decisions. Explore our latest available resources below, or click here for more.
Kiwa's Best Practices for Module Procurement
Sept 5, 2024. The solar industry faces unprecedented demand, rapid technological innovation, and significant uncertainty. A robust quality management program is essential. Kiwa’s Solar Module Procurement Quality Management Program is based on five fundamental rules for PV module buyers.
Access the 2024 PV Module Reliability Scorecard
The 10th Edition of the PV Module Reliability Scorecard is now available. Click to explore this year’s results, including Top Performers, methodology, key testing insights, and more.
The Ultimate Safety Guide for Solar PV Connectors
February 13, 2022. Hot connectors are dangerous for solar PV assets. Asset owners and O&M providers can prevent failure with our best practices.
