How Denowatts & Portside Systems Are Revolutionizing Solar Monitoring | EP271

Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague welcomes back Dan Leary from Denowatts, joined by Marc Bamberger of Portside Systems, to discuss their innovative partnership in solar monitoring technology. Recorded at RE+ Boston, this conversation highlights how these companies are revolutionizing data acquisition systems (DAS) for solar sites.
Dan Leary shares updates on Denowatts' growth, including their new ISO-accredited energy test service focused on standardized "energy accounting" for the solar industry. The company has expanded its capabilities to support projects ranging from 200 kilowatts to 500 megawatts, demonstrating impressive scalability.
Marc Bamberger explains how Portside Systems, based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, has evolved from being an installer of Denowatts Systems to becoming a full integration partner offering its own DAS product line. Their collaboration focuses on efficiency and effectiveness, with innovations like using ZigBee communication technology, eliminating the need for extensive field conduits.
The conversation explores the recent shifts in the solar market, particularly in Maine's CMP (Central Maine Power) territory, and looks ahead to emerging opportunities in states like New York, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. Marc highlights how their installer-centric approach to DAS systems allows for quicker, more cost-effective implementations, which are especially valuable in harsh northern climates.
Dan emphasizes the power of their partnership model compared to traditional turnkey packages, explaining how Portside's expertise in building and commissioning monitoring systems complements Denowatts' data analytics capabilities. This synergy ensures systems are installed correctly the first time, creating a seamless operational process.
Tune in to learn how this collaborative approach represents the future of solar monitoring and how these innovations are helping speed the energy transition across the United States.
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