Solar PV projects need an OE, says EnerGulf

EnerGul CEO Eng. Channa Silva

EnerGulf, a pioneering renewable energy and energy management consulting firm, emphasises the importance of involving an owner’s engineer (OE) in large-scale solar PV projects, highlighting that having a solar consultant is not just beneficial but essential to achieving the highest standards of success in solar energy investments.

“In today’s fast-paced solar industry, technology and regulations are constantly evolving,” said EnerGul CEO Eng. Channa Silva.

“An OE serves as the project owner’s technical advisor, providing independent oversight throughout the entire project lifecycle. This role ensures that projects not only meet but exceed industry standards in quality, efficiency and safety.”

Their services are designed to offer a comprehensive range of support, acting as an advocate for the project owner and ensuring that every aspect of the project is handled with the utmost care and expertise. From selecting the most suitable technology and components to overseeing the entire project from design to final commissioning, an OE ensures that all decisions are made with the project owner’s best interests in mind.

The services of such solar architects extend beyond just technical oversight. Their experts utilise cutting-edge software to model a solar plant’s energy performance forecast accurately. By simulating various cases, they identify opportunities for improvement and provide guidance toward achieving optimal financial scenarios through high-level engineering designs. 

“The choices made at the technology selection stage have far-reaching consequences,” noted EnerGulf Director Tharanga Wijayasinghe.

“By working closely with clients can ensure that the technologies and components chosen not only meet today’s needs but also offer reliability and efficiency for years to come.”