Assessment and Management of Corrosion Threats for Solar Energy Installations
Date: February 25, 2025
Time: 9 - 11 a.m. Malaysia Time - View local time
Speakers:

Christopher Taylor
The Ohio State University

Jason Land
Cowboy Corrosion Control
The solar energy sector is expected to expand significantly in the coming years, fueled by falling costs, technological improvements, and a rise in solar panel installations. Despite this growth, challenges remain in areas like system design, performance, and economic viability. Corrosion is a significant and often neglected problem in this sector but threatens both photovoltaic modules and buried structural components such as support piles.
This session will cover:
- Overview of PV systems and buried structures.
- Corrosion threats and failure mechanisms in buried structures like support piles.
- Assessment techniques for identifying and addressing corrosion.
- Mitigation strategies and future trends to enhance PV system durability and reliability.