CLEANING REGIMES FOR PV MODULES. COMPARISON OF METHODS, COSTS, AND EFFICACY.

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Title:	CLEANING REGIMES FOR PV MODULES. COMPARISON OF METHODS, COSTS, AND EFFICACY.
Authors:	Vlad-Mihai, Popescu¹, Mihai, Cruceru¹
Source:	Annals of 'Constantin Brancusi' University of Targu-Jiu. Engineering Series / Analele Universităţii Constantin Brâncuşi din Târgu-Jiu. Seria Inginerie. 2025, Issue 3, p144-149. 6p.
Subjects:	Cleaning, Temperate climate, Solar panels, Resource allocation, Pollution, Cleaning compounds, Cost benefit analysis
Geographic Terms:	Eastern Europe, Romania
Abstract:	The article presents a comprehensive analysis of PV module cleaning regimes tailored for Romania-like climates. Drawing on existing studies related to soiling, cleaning frequency, and economic assessments from various global regions, we identify critical factors affecting panel performance. Although many referenced studies focus on areas with highly arid or Mediterranean conditions, this article bridges those findings to the temperate-continental environment found in Romania and similar parts of Central and Eastern Europe. The analysis suggests that, given Romania’s temperate-continental climate, where rain provides natural cleaning but airborne dust and occasional snow or industrial pollution contribute to soiling, a proactive cleaning schedule—typically once every two to three months—can maximize system efficiency without incurring excessive maintenance costs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:	The article presents a comprehensive analysis of PV module cleaning regimes tailored for Romania-like climates. Drawing on existing studies related to soiling, cleaning frequency, and economic assessments from various global regions, we identify critical factors affecting panel performance. Although many referenced studies focus on areas with highly arid or Mediterranean conditions, this article bridges those findings to the temperate-continental environment found in Romania and similar parts of Central and Eastern Europe. The analysis suggests that, given Romania’s temperate-continental climate, where rain provides natural cleaning but airborne dust and occasional snow or industrial pollution contribute to soiling, a proactive cleaning schedule—typically once every two to three months—can maximize system efficiency without incurring excessive maintenance costs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:	18424856