GLARE Module
Assess and mitigate solar panel reflections
With the rapid growth of solar PV installations, concerns about glare from solar panels are becoming more common – especially from neighboring homes, drivers, and even pilots. The GLARE module in windPRO gives you the tools to analyze, document, and reduce glare effects from solar PV farms and other reflective structures.
Accurately calculate glare impact from solar panels and glass surfaces
Calculate Glare with Precision
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Evaluate when and where glare will occur from solar panels.
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Quantify the intensity of reflected sunlight, not just its presence.
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Include beam spread, luminance, and irradiance in your analysis.
Visualize Glare with Maps & Calendars
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See which panels cause glare, when it happens, and where it hits.
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Use interactive glare calendars and azimuth-based maps to easily interpret results.
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Adjust layout interactively to minimize glare exposure to sensitive areas.
Evaluate Glare Intensity
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Determine if glare exceeds local regulatory thresholds.
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Assess potential impacts on residential comfort, traffic safety, or airline visibility.
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Support national and regional regulations with high-resolution calculations (e.g., >30 W/m² or >50,000 cd/m²).
Simulate Reflective Surfaces
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Model different coatings, glass types, and textures to see how they reduce or alter glare.
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Compare materials like anti-reflective coatings or textured glass for mitigation strategies.
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Apply glare modeling to both solar PV panels and glass façades or other 3D structures.
Integrated with the SOLAR PV Module
GLARE works seamlessly with windPRO’s SOLAR PV module, making it easy to assess the glare impact of your solar project as part of your full site analysis. Whether you're planning a solar farm or evaluating a reflective building facade, GLARE delivers detailed, regulation-ready insights.
Why use GLARE in windPRO?
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Comply with glare regulations for homes, roads, and aviation
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Accurately quantify and visualize glare intensity
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Evaluate mitigation strategies using real-world materials
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Communicate with authorities and stakeholders using clear reports
Glare reporting made easy
Generate professional reports that provide clear insights and full documentation:
- Summary of yearly and daily glare durations at each receptor.
- List of affected receptors, with their position and exposure time.
- Assumptions and inputs used in the calculation.
- Maps of reflector and receptor locations for quick visual reference.
Export timeseries data for each glare event, including:
- Time of glare occurrence (default 1-minute resolution)
- Glare count per day
- Sun position (azimuth and altitude)
- Incidence angle
- Reflected irradiance at the receptor
Plan responsibly, comply with glare limits, and protect your project's reputation
Take a closer look at every windPRO module
windPRO is built around a flexible, modular structure, so you can choose the tools that fit your specific project requirements. Whether you're developing a new wind farm or optimizing an existing one, windPRO has you covered.
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Backbone for the use of windPRO modules. Gives access to a user-friendly GUI for designing wind farm projects.
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