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NREL researchers use a variety of equipment to test PV arrays, modules, and cells.

NREL's photovoltaic (PV) research tests and evaluates arrays, modules, cells, materials, and systems. Our research and development program is committed to improve PV reliability through the following capabilities:

We offer a wide array of testing equipment in both indoor and outdoor testing facilities at several laboratories across the NREL campus. We also provide field testing capabilities.

The combined efforts of our testing and evaluation capabilities allow us to forge ahead in helping the PV industry produce technology that is even more cost effective, durable, and reliable.

The U.S. Department of Energy and NREL will be participating in the International Photovoltaic Reliability Workshop in Shanghai, China, December 4-5, 2008 (PDF 408 KB). Download Adobe Reader.

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