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Optimizing Grading Plans for Solar Projects with PVcase and AutoCAD Civil 3D
In solar projects, optimizing the grading and foundation plan is essential to controlling construction costs and ensuring the stability...
Castillo Engineering
Apr 7


Overcoming Gridlock: How Solar Developers Can Navigate Interconnection Challenges in 2025
The demand for solar energy in the U.S. is surging, but grid interconnection remains one of the biggest obstacles to deploying new...
Castillo Engineering
Mar 17


Are Your Utility-Scale Solar Projects Vulnerable to Cyberattacks?
Did you know that hackers recently obtained access to enough solar power to run the entire United States ? Fortunately, these hackers...
Castillo Engineering
Jan 23


Effective Project Management and Engineering Solutions: How We Navigate NEC Fusing Requirements
The National Electrical Code (NEC) sets the standards for electrical installations, including photovoltaic (PV) systems. Over the years,...
Castillo Engineering
Jan 7


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
Dec 10, 2024


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...
Castillo Engineering
Nov 11, 2024


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...
Castillo Engineering
Oct 15, 2024


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...
Castillo Engineering
Oct 1, 2024


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...
Castillo Engineering
Aug 27, 2024


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...
Castillo Engineering
Aug 20, 2024


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...
Castillo Engineering
Aug 5, 2024


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
Jul 22, 2024


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...
Castillo Engineering
May 21, 2024


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
Feb 19, 2024


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
Jan 2, 2024


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...
Castillo Engineering
Nov 2, 2023


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 Engineering
Oct 6, 2023


Solar Arc Flash Safety Series Part 2:Worst Case Scenarios & Routine Troubleshooting
Arch flash burns are one of the top three most common dangers when working with energized electrical equipment, with two-thirds of arc...
Castillo Engineering
Sep 18, 2023


PV Cable Sizing, Part Four: How to Reap Savings with the NEC Round-Up Rule
The NEC “round-up” rule of 240.4(B) can yield significant cost savings during the solar energy design and installation process. It...
Castillo Engineering
Aug 1, 2023


Solar Arc Flash Safety Series Part One: Warning Labels & Working on Energized Systems
Over the last decade, solar prices have declined 54 percent, allowing the solar market to experience an annual average growth rate of 24...
Castillo Engineering
Jul 24, 2023
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