
Chapter 8
Development: Development tools
Albie Fong
Because the solar industry has matured significantly since its infancy just a few years
ago, site selection is becoming more of a science. Various developer tools are being
utilized to save money for companies and encourage groups to make more informed
decisions. If these tools were applied correctly, this would mean navigating through
challenging areas without expending too many resources and recognizing fatal flaws
earlier in the evaluation process. These developer tools are often data consisting of
various maps delineating key project resources such as transmission lines or hazards,
and areas ...