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Dec 103 min read

How to Estimate Bifacial Gain: A Comprehensive Guide for Utility-Scale Solar Design

Bifacial solar modules are transforming the utility-scale solar landscape by significantly increasing energy yield and system efficiency....

Castillo Engineering Selected by Northern Sun Energy on 18 MW of Onyx Renewables Solar Projects

Dec 93 min read

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Castillo Engineering Selected by Northern Sun Energy on 18 MW of Onyx Renewables Solar Projects

U.S. Army installation projects in Louisiana & a community solar project in New York are underway Maitland, FL, December 9, 2024 –...

Castillo Engineering and Recon Corporation Partner on 15 MW of Community Solar Projects in Illinois

Nov 202 min read

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Castillo Engineering and Recon Corporation Partner on 15 MW of Community Solar Projects in Illinois

Partners to complete over 50 MW of community solar projects together in the state Maitland, FL, November 20, 2024 – Castillo...

Essential Preconstruction Studies to Maximize Safety & Efficiency in Utility-Scale Solar Projects

Nov 113 min read

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Essential Preconstruction Studies to Maximize Safety & Efficiency in Utility-Scale Solar Projects

In utility-scale solar projects, thorough planning is critical to ensure the most reliable, efficient, and safe operations. Beyond...

How Due Diligence Can Make or Break Your Utility-Scale Solar Project

Oct 153 min read

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How Due Diligence Can Make or Break Your Utility-Scale Solar Project

In the development of utility-scale solar projects, the importance of a well-conducted design and engineering due diligence process...

How to Avoid the Leading Causes of Solar Project Failures

Oct 13 min read

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How to Avoid the Leading Causes of Solar Project Failures

The utility-scale solar industry is booming, but with its rapid growth come challenges that can significantly impact the success and...

Best Practices for Utility-Scale Solar Inverter Design

Aug 273 min read

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Best Practices for Utility-Scale Solar Inverter Design

Utility-scale solar projects rely heavily on the type of inverter used, as it directly impacts installation, efficiency, cost, and...

Trends and Best Practices in Utility-Scale Solar Cable Management

Aug 203 min read

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Trends and Best Practices in Utility-Scale Solar Cable Management

In the rapidly evolving landscape of utility-scale solar energy projects, effective cable management is a critical component when it...

How to Plan for the Unexpected in Solar Design & Engineering

Aug 54 min read

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How to Plan for the Unexpected in Solar Design & Engineering

When designing and engineering utility-scale solar projects, being proactive and adaptable is critical to avoid significant unforeseen...

How to Reduce Solar Project Timelines & Costs with Integrated Switchboards

Jul 224 min read

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How to Reduce Solar Project Timelines & Costs with Integrated Switchboards

The utility-scale solar energy sector is rapidly evolving, with evolving innovations aimed at reducing costs and increasing efficiency....

Castillo Engineering Secures 3 Portfolios of Illinois Community Solar Projects Totaling 56 MW in First Quarter of 2024

Jun 192 min read

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Castillo Engineering Secures 3 Portfolios of Illinois Community Solar Projects Totaling 56 MW in First Quarter of 2024

Company meets growing market demand for comprehensive utility-scale solar design & engineering services Maitland, FL, June 19,...

Top 5 Tips to Seamlessly Integrate Solar Racking Systems with Civil Plans

May 213 min read

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Top 5 Tips to Seamlessly Integrate Solar Racking Systems with Civil Plans

Integrating solar racking systems with civil plans is a critical aspect of successful solar energy projects. From setbacks to spacing to...

3 Reasons Every Solar Design & Engineering Firm Needs a Certified Project Management Office

Feb 194 min read

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3 Reasons Every Solar Design & Engineering Firm Needs a Certified Project Management Office

Utility-scale solar projects involve complex and large-scale operations, requiring meticulous planning, coordination, and execution to...

Castillo Engineering Selected by Summit Ridge Energy on an 82 MW Illinois Community Solar Portfolio

Feb 62 min read

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Castillo Engineering Selected by Summit Ridge Energy on an 82 MW Illinois Community Solar Portfolio

Partners collaborate to provide cost savings to residents and businesses through 26 projects in the state Maitland, FL, February 6,...

How to De-Risk Solar Projects & Permit Faster with a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)

Jan 24 min read

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How to De-Risk Solar Projects & Permit Faster with a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)

The majority of solar construction projects in the U.S. will fall under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)...

Castillo Engineering and RECON Corporation Partner on 15 MW Community Solar Portfolio in Illinois

Nov 6, 20232 min read

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Castillo Engineering and RECON Corporation Partner on 15 MW Community Solar Portfolio in Illinois

Partners leverage combined experience on over 200 MW of community solar projects completed in the state Maitland, FL, November 6th, 2023...

Top 4 Stormwater Management Practices for Permitting Solar Projects

Nov 2, 20234 min read

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Top 4 Stormwater Management Practices for Permitting Solar Projects

Stormwater standards in the United States were first implemented in 1972 through the Clean Water Act, long before the commercialization...

Rick & Christopher Castillo Named to Florida Trend’s 500 List of Most Influential Business Leaders

Oct 27, 20233 min read

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Rick & Christopher Castillo Named to Florida Trend’s 500 List of Most Influential Business Leaders

Maitland, FL, October 5th, 2023 – Castillo Engineering announced today that its Founder and President, Rick Castillo, and its CEO,...

Solar Arc Flash Safety Series Part 3:Making Arc Flash Labels More Effective

Oct 6, 20233 min read

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Solar Arc Flash Safety Series Part 3:Making Arc Flash Labels More Effective

Two-thirds of arc flash incidents result from human error, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Arch...

Castillo Launches SolarLetters.com, the 1st Company to Fully Automate PE Letters in All 50 States

Oct 2, 20233 min read

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Castillo Launches SolarLetters.com, the 1st Company to Fully Automate PE Letters in All 50 States

The company’s advanced automation enables 99% accuracy, minimizes project risks & drastically reduces residential solar project soft...

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