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Solar Radiation Research

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.

Learn more about NREL's solar radiation research:

  • Capabilities
  • Facilities
  • Data and resources.

NREL's solar radiation research is performed by the Electricity, Resources, and Building Systems Integration Center.


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