Custom PV

Custom PV

Custom PV

If you have modeled PV in another tool, Keystone Designer allows the use of that generation interval data within modeled scenarios via Modeled PV Profiles. Once uploaded, this data will be reflected in the scenario and detailed DER interactions and cost savings and will be included in proposals and financial models. Keystone Designer only accepts hourly data for Custom PV Profiles.


Add a PV Profile to Your Project

1. From the Project Details page, navigate to the PV Profiles section on the lower left side of the screen.


2. Add a PV Profile using the + button.

3. In the New PV Model dialog box, enter a name for the model and specify a system size that will be shown on the proposal. Select the modeling software from the dropdown and the unit of measure used within your file and attach the desired model file. All files must be in CSV format. If you have exported data from Helioscope, PVSyst, or PVWatts, no file modifications are necessary.


4. Once you click Save, Keystone Designer validates the uploaded file. This may take a few seconds, but once the validation is complete, your custom PV Profile will be available for use in any scenario.

 

Using the Custom PV in a Scenario

1. Go to the Distributed Energy Resources on the Scenario Editor.

2. Select from the PV Custom list. All valid uploaded PV models will be available in this list.


3. Add value for Installed Cost.

4. Select Module Type to be displayed on proposal (will not affect calculations).

5. (optional) Advanced settings can be customized for detailed modeling during the 20-year project lifetime.




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