Industrial Solar Power Plants Design: Insights from Dmytro Furdyha

Shared by Dmytro Furdyha, Executive Director of VOLTAGE Group

 

At VOLTAGE Group, we’ve mastered the art of solar power plants design, delivering hundreds of megawatts of clean energy capacity over the years. From small local installations to large-scale industrial facilities, each project has provided valuable opportunities to refine our approach. Today, I’m sharing key insights from our experience in solar power plants design, offering a perspective that engineers and energy professionals will find useful.

Designing Industrial Solar Power Plants: Insights from Dmytro Furdyha, Executive Director of VOLTAGE Group

A Solar Power Plant is More Than an Energy Project—It’s an Investment

A fundamental lesson we’ve learned is that every solar power plant is, above all, an investment project. Clients prioritize quick payback periods and steady, long-term returns. This shifts our role as engineers from simply designing functional systems to delivering solutions that maximize financial outcomes.

In the realm of solar power plants design, this means evaluating every decision through a financial lens:

  • Capital expenditures (CAPEX): Reducing initial costs without sacrificing quality.
  • Operational expenditures (OPEX): Ensuring cost-efficient maintenance and operation.
  • Energy output forecasts: Accurately modeling generation potential and revenue streams.

Using tools like PVSyst, we simulate energy production, factoring in solar irradiation, shading, and equipment performance. This enables us to design systems that achieve robust ROI and align with clients’ financial goals.


Precision in Design: The Foundation of Success

Each solar power plant is unique, shaped by site-specific conditions such as terrain, solar irradiation, and proximity to grid infrastructure. The design process must address these variables with precision and adaptability.

In solar power plants design, we focus on:

  • Optimized panel layouts: Reducing shading and maximizing energy capture.
  • Tailored inverter selection: Choosing between centralized and string inverters based on site characteristics.
  • Tracking systems: Using trackers to follow the sun, increasing energy generation by 20–30%.

This tailored approach ensures that every plant operates at peak efficiency, delivering reliable performance across diverse environments.


Innovations in Solar Power Plants Design

Technology continues to transform how we approach solar power plants design. Innovations like energy storage and advanced tracking systems have redefined what’s possible in renewable energy projects.

A major innovation is the use of energy storage systems (BESS), which open new opportunities for energy companies. These systems enable flexible adaptation of generation schedules to market conditions, making resource utilization far more efficient. For solar power plants (PV), BESS significantly improves the accuracy of electricity production forecasts. This reduces costs associated with energy imbalances and ensures the stable operation of the entire energy complex. By implementing BESS, electricity generation becomes not only more reliable but also economically advantageous.

Key advancements also include:

  • Tracking systems: Increasing energy output by optimizing panel orientation throughout the day.
  • Automation tools: Modern SCADA systems enable real-time monitoring, fault detection, and performance analytics, ensuring smooth operations.

These technologies are vital to designing solar power plants that are not only efficient today but also future-ready.


Combining Design with Practical Construction Expertise

At VOLTAGE Group, we bridge the gap between design and construction. This integrated approach ensures that our solar power plants design is practical, buildable, and optimized for on-site implementation.

Our project documentation supports this synergy:

  • Detailed drawings: Clearly defining every component, from trackers to cable routes.
  • Optimized structures: Simplifying installation without compromising durability.
  • Team collaboration: Maintaining open communication with construction teams to address challenges and refine designs when necessary.

This combination of design and construction expertise allows us to deliver systems that are not only efficient on paper but also successful in the field.

Effective solar power plants design requires a blend of precision, innovation, and a deep understanding of both technical and financial factors. At VOLTAGE Group, we take pride in our ability to create solar power plants that meet the highest engineering standards while delivering maximum value for clients.

By embracing challenges and driving innovation, our team continues to lead the way in industrial solar power plants design. For engineers in the renewable energy sector, every project represents a chance to build a cleaner, more sustainable future—and we’re proud to be part of that journey.


Learn more about Dmytro Furdyha on his LinkedIn profile.

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