Auto PV, developed by Cape Town-based 7 Second Solar, is a software-as-a-service solution designed to simplify and expedite solar farm planning. This cloud-based tool automates technical project planning, facilitates real-time adjustments, and enables the comparison of multiple design options.
The Auto PV's functionalities include generating precise layouts, optimizing cable routing, inverter and junction box placement, solar module configuration, and producing technical documentation, CAD drawings, bills of materials, and yield calculations. It has been utilized in planning large-scale solar systems with a total capacity exceeding 1.8 gigawatts. The software aims to provide a cost-effective solution for project developers and investors to meet the growing demand for solar energy.
