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Description

PVSketch is a user-friendly web application that simplifies the process of developing solar projects. Its approachable interface allows sales professionals to utilize a precise layout tool without needing extensive training. This innovative tool enhances the visualization of solar energy solutions while providing reliable energy modeling capabilities. As a component of the PVComplete platform, PVSketch enables seamless collaboration among solar developers, installers, and engineers, promoting both efficiency and precision in their work. Sales professionals can swiftly initiate a project online with PVSketch, subsequently transferring it to PVCAD, an AutoCAD plugin, for in-depth engineering plans. By making solar design straightforward, PVSketch allows users to create comprehensive solar projects with just five clicks. The intuitive drawing tools ensure that accurate solar designs are within reach for anyone. With just a single click, users can produce a complete layout, but for those who wish to take it further, the platform offers the ability to refine their designs into more complex structures, enhancing the overall project quality. Ultimately, PVSketch not only streamlines the initial phases of solar project development but also empowers users to create sophisticated and tailored solutions.

Description

Photovoltaic systems can vary widely, ranging from small installations on residential rooftops to expansive utility-scale projects. Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) systems are utilized for generating electricity and come in various forms, such as parabolic troughs, power towers, and linear Fresnel designs. Projects often involve power purchase agreements (PPAs) that connect the system to the grid at a designated interconnection point, allowing revenue generation through the sale of electricity. Ownership of these projects can reside with a single entity or involve partnerships that may include flip or leaseback arrangements. Additionally, there are instances of third-party ownership where the solar system is situated on the property of the customer, but the ownership lies with a separate developer who compensates the host for the electricity produced, typically through a PPA or a lease agreement. This model not only facilitates the adoption of solar energy but also provides financial incentives for property owners to invest in renewable energy solutions.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

AutoCAD Yes 
PVCAD Yes 
Solcast No 

Integrations

AutoCAD No 
PVCAD No 
Solcast Yes 

Pricing Details

$50 per month
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

PVComplete

Country

United States

Website

pvcomplete.com/pvsketch/

Vendor Details

Company Name

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Founded

1977

Country

United States

Website

sam.nrel.gov/

Product Features

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling No 
2D Drawing No 
3-Axis Milling No 
3D Modeling No 
4-Axis Milling No 
5-Axis Milling No 
Civil No 
Collaboration No 
Database Connectivity No 
Design Analysis No 
Design Export No 
Document Management No 
Electrical No 
Hole Making No 
Mechanical No 
Mechatronics No 
Presentation Tools No 
Simulate Cycles No 
Spiral Output No 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation No 
User Defined Cycles No 

Solar

2D/3D Drawing No 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Bill of Materials No 
CMMS No 
Estimating No 
Field Service Management No 
PV Animation No 
Permitting No 
Preventive Maintenance No 
Proposal Management No 
Solar Design No 
Solar Maintenance Management No 
Solar Monitoring No 
Solar Project Management No 
Solar Sales / CRM No 

Product Features

Solar

2D/3D Drawing No 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Bill of Materials No 
CMMS No 
Estimating No 
Field Service Management No 
PV Animation No 
Permitting No 
Preventive Maintenance No 
Proposal Management No 
Solar Design No 
Solar Maintenance Management No 
Solar Monitoring No 
Solar Project Management No 
Solar Sales / CRM No 

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