The Performance of Photovoltaic (PV) Systems

Prof Nicola Pearsall is a lecturer and researcher in the field of renewable energy at Nothurmbria University. She is also director of the Northumbria Photovoltaics Applications Centre and leader of the Energy Systems research group.

1: Introduction to photovoltaic system performance

Part One: Photovoltaic module performance

2: Photovoltaic module measurement and characterization in the laboratory

3: Photovoltaic module stability and reliability

4: Modelling and prediction of PV module energy yield

Part Two: Photovoltaic system performance

5: Photovoltaic (PV) balance of system components: Basics, performance

6: Prediction and measurement of photovoltaic system energy yield

7: Environmental life-cycle assessment of photovoltaic systems

Part Three: Maximising photovoltaic (PV) system performance

8: Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV)

9: Stand-alone photovoltaic systems

10: Concentrating photovoltaic systems

11: Large grid-connected photovoltaic power plants: Best practices for the design and operation of large photovoltaic power plants