Case Studies

Real-world renewable energy diagnostics and performance optimization results

Discover how LumaVerda Tech's diagnostic expertise has helped renewable energy operators across Canada maximize performance, identify optimization opportunities, and achieve their sustainability goals.

Solar Diagnostics

Alberta Solar Farm Performance Optimization

22 MW photovoltaic installation • Southern Alberta

Challenge

A 22 MW solar farm in southern Alberta was experiencing lower-than-expected energy generation, with performance 12% below design specifications. The operator needed comprehensive diagnostics to identify root causes and optimize system performance.

Approach

LumaVerda Tech deployed a comprehensive diagnostic program including:

  • Advanced infrared thermography to identify underperforming modules
  • I-V curve analysis for string-level performance assessment
  • Environmental exposure analysis including soiling impact studies
  • Inverter efficiency evaluation and optimization
  • Tracker performance verification and calibration

Results

18%

Performance Improvement

$450K

Annual Revenue Increase

97.8%

Uptime Achievement

Key Findings

  • Identified 340 underperforming modules requiring replacement
  • Discovered tracker algorithm issues causing suboptimal positioning
  • Recommended modified cleaning schedule based on soiling analysis
  • Optimized inverter setpoints for improved efficiency
Travers Solar Project Alberta Canada largest solar farm

Large-scale solar farm diagnostic assessment in Alberta

Performance Recovery Timeline

Pre-Diagnosis 88%
Post-Repairs 98%
Optimized 106%

Performance as % of design specification

Wind Diagnostics

Ontario Wind Farm Environmental Assessment

45 MW wind installation • Lake Erie shoreline

Challenge

A Lake Erie wind farm was experiencing seasonal performance variations and higher-than-expected maintenance requirements. The operator needed environmental exposure analysis to understand weather impacts and optimize operational strategies.

Approach

Our team conducted a 12-month environmental monitoring program:

  • Comprehensive weather station deployment for microclimate analysis
  • Wind resource assessment at multiple heights and locations
  • Icing event monitoring and impact quantification
  • Turbulence and wake effect analysis
  • Corrosion assessment in marine environment

Results

24%

Winter Performance Gain

35%

Maintenance Cost Reduction

99.2%

Availability Target

Environmental Insights

  • Identified icing conditions causing 18% winter capacity loss
  • Mapped optimal turbine control strategies for variable wind conditions
  • Developed predictive maintenance schedule based on environmental exposure
  • Recommended corrosion protection enhancements for marine environment
Wind farm on Lake Erie shoreline Ontario environmental assessment

Environmental exposure monitoring and wind resource assessment

Seasonal Performance Analysis

Spring 95%
Summer 90%
Fall 98%
Winter 88%

Average capacity factor by season (post-optimization)

Hybrid Assessment

Saskatchewan Hybrid Microgrid Optimization

3 MW solar + 2 MW wind + 2 MWh storage • Remote community

Challenge

A remote Saskatchewan community implemented a hybrid solar-wind-storage microgrid to reduce diesel dependency. The system required optimization to maximize renewable penetration and minimize backup generator runtime.

Approach

LumaVerda Tech provided comprehensive hybrid system assessment:

  • Load profile analysis and demand forecasting
  • Solar-wind complementarity assessment
  • Energy storage optimization and dispatch strategy
  • Diesel-renewable integration coordination
  • Control system enhancement recommendations

Results

78%

Renewable Penetration

62%

Diesel Reduction

$280K

Annual Fuel Savings

System Optimization

  • Implemented advanced energy management algorithm for optimal dispatch
  • Optimized battery charge/discharge cycles for longevity
  • Coordinated solar-wind generation to minimize storage cycling
  • Established diesel generator minimum runtime protocols
  • Created seasonal operational strategies based on resource availability
Hybrid solar-wind power microgrid in Saskatchewan remote community

Hybrid solar-wind-storage microgrid configuration and optimization

Energy Source Distribution

Solar 42%
Wind 36%
Diesel 22%

Annual energy generation by source

Project Gallery

Visual highlights from our renewable energy diagnostic projects across Canada

Renewable energy on Canadian farms
Agricultural solar installation diagnostics
Real-time secure renewable energy monitoring systems
Real-time performance monitoring dashboard
Wind turbine diagnostic challenges and solutions
Wind turbine blade inspection and analysis
Canadian Solar panels installation and assessment
Photovoltaic module-level diagnostics
Environmental monitoring devices for renewable energy
Environmental sensor network installation
Offshore wind energy infrastructure cultivation
Offshore wind facility assessment

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