@misc{2863b5db11cc43d08f7e33313c13a461,
title = "How Standards Control Module Design for Better or Worse (Presentation): NREL (National Renewable Energy Laboratory)",
abstract = "One would hope that PV modules are designed for survival in the outdoors. However, it appears that some module types are really designed to pass the qualification (IEC 61216/61646) and safety (IEC 61730 and UL 1703) tests. While this has resulted in an overall increase in module reliability and a reduction in infant mortality, it may not result in the most cost-effective solution for long-termreliability and minimum power degradation. This paper will provide several examples of module types and even solar cells designed to pass the tests that do not result in good cost-effective long-term solutions for outdoor performance. This presentation is meant to stimulate a discussion about how to remedy this situation and improve the overall PV industry.",
keywords = "degradation, module, PV, standards",
author = "NREL",
year = "2011",
language = "American English",
series = "Presented at the 2011 Photovoltaic Module Reliability Workshop, 16-17 February 2011, Golden, Colorado",
type = "Other",
}