The impact of codes and standards on PV systems
- New Mexico State Univ., Las Cruces, NM (United States). Southwest Technology Development Inst.
Terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) power systems, as field-installed and wired electrical power systems, may be subject to codes such as the National Electrical Code{reg_sign} (NEC{reg_sign}) and standards established by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) and Underwriters Laboratories (UL{reg_sign}). Codes and standards may be required, not only by the local jurisdiction where the system is installed, but also by the purchasing agency. While the application and enforcement of the applicable codes and standards may enhance safety, it may also affect performance and increase system costs. Although there is an increase in the number of components and systems that meet standards and codes, systems are still being installed with components that do not comply with any standards, while using installation methods that do not comply with the required codes. Performance and cost may be impacted by code compliance, but safety and product liability will dictate the final approach.
- DOE Contract Number:
- AS04-89AL57510
- OSTI ID:
- 390225
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-960430-; ISBN 0-89553-168-2; TRN: IM9646%%510
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: 25. American Solar Energy Society conference, Asheville, NC (United States), 13-18 Apr 1996; Other Information: PBD: 1996; Related Information: Is Part Of Solar `96 -- The 1996 American Solar Energy Society annual conference: Proceedings; Campbell-Howe, R.; Wilkins-Crowder, B. [eds.]; PB: 443 p.
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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