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J. A. Ruiz-Arias

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Solargis data helps unveil new insights into Europe’s solar radiation trends
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Solargis data helps unveil new insights into Europe’s solar radiation trends

A new peer-reviewed study, conducted in collaboration with Solargis experts and the researchers from the University of Murcia and the University of Málaga, powered by Solargis data, evaluates the impact of clouds and aerosols on surface solar radiation (SSR), identified as the two main drivers of long-term solar trends in Europe.

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How Solargis is improving accuracy of solar power forecasts
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How Solargis is improving accuracy of solar power forecasts

Just as there are horses for courses, different forecasting techniques are more suitable depending on the intended forecast lead time.

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J. A. Ruiz-Arias
J. A. Ruiz-AriasProfessor & Solar radiation models expert
Jose is Associate Professor at the University of Málaga (Spain) and collaborates as expert solar radiation modeler at Solargis. He’s been enrolled with solar radiation modeling and numerical weather prediction models for nearly 20 years. As a scientist, he has published +60 articles in the most prestigious scientific journals and has participated in +100 scientific meetings and conferences. He is member of the Task 16 on Solar Resource for High Penetration and Large-scale Applications of the International Energy Agency.