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NREL's solar radiation research supports industry, government, and academia by providing solar radiation measurements, models, maps, and support services. These resources are used to plan and develop renewable energy technologies and support climate change research.

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NREL's solar radiation research is performed by the Electric Systems Center Resource Integration Section.



NREL's solar radiation research supports the U.S. Department of Energy's Solar Energy Technologies Program.


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