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DKA Solar Centre Produces World’s Largest Longitudinal Dataset for Solar Power
Did you know that the world’s largest longitudinal dataset for solar power has been produced in Alice Springs?
And it is growing everyday.
First opened in 2008, the Desert Knowledge Australia Solar Centre (DKASC) is the largest multi-technology demonstration solar facility in the southern hemisphere.
Established as a solar technology demonstration facility with initial funding from Australian Renewable Energy Agency, the DKASC site has grown over the years to hosting up to 40 installations.
The site produces power for the Desert Knowledge Precinct contributing to just under 50% of the electricity needs.
The installation of a battery in 2023 as part of the Alice Springs Future Grid has provided a working example of a microgrid and valuable insights for further deployment.
The DKASC has been collecting data on the performance of the different solar technologies and meteorological data at 5min intervals, making them available for researchers and other interested parties for download on the website.
This data has been cited in more than 350 published papers and is growing monthly.
The DKASC is advancing global knowledge on photovoltaics, performance and forecasting from here in central Australia.
We’re exploring possibilities and opportunities to sustain and grow this globally significant renewable energy research asset.
If you’re keen to support please get in touch.
ceo@dka.com.au
Subject: DKASC Support