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Observing the elements is key to better understanding our planet. This podcast tells the manifold stories of experts working in environmental monitoring with help of our sensors and solutions. These range from hydrology to meteorology and climate studies to solar monitoring for photovoltaics. Environmental monitoring combines earth sciences with technology and the possibilities of big data. A lot to discuss, a lot to learn - Let's Talk About the Weather! ===> Find more stories and insights on environmental monitoring on our blog: https://blog.otthydromet.com/

  1. Ep.31| Introduction to Agrivoltaics - with Matthew Berwind of Fraunhofer ISE

    07/11/2025

    Ep.31| Introduction to Agrivoltaics - with Matthew Berwind of Fraunhofer ISE

    with Matthew Berwind, Scientist at Fraunhofer ISE The combination of agriculture and solar energy elements ranks among my favourite PV applications. Thus, going to Agrivoltaics World Conference was a no-brainer for me. Luckily, I could convince the excellent Matthew Berwind to join me for this episode of OTT CAST. Agrivoltaics, or Agri-PV includes a wide range of concepts. Whether it's sheep between module rows or valuable fruit crop protected by overhead installations; the potential of leveraging mutual benefits is enormous. In this episode, Matthew gives an introduction to Agrivoltaics, and he mentions some challenges that he and his peers are currently doing research on. Don't miss this one! ===== CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

    19 min

  2. 06/17/2025

    Ep. 30| Observe and Thrive From the Top of the World

    What does it take to install five weather stations on one of the highest mountains in the world—and why does it matter? In this full-length feature, follow Expedition Lead Baker Perry and his team from base camp to summit as they battle altitude, weather, and terrain to bring climate science to new heights. Discover how this network of sensors is transforming our understanding of water, weather, and resilience—not just in the Andes, but across the globe. ===== CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

    13 min
  3. Ep.29| Road to Intersolar: PV Market Trends Overview with Craig Plaatjes

    05/06/2025

    Ep.29| Road to Intersolar: PV Market Trends Overview with Craig Plaatjes

    with Craig Plaatjes, Global Product Manager at OTT HydroMet It's that time of the year - Intersolar is opening its gates and people from all over the world gather in Munich to present and explore the latest developments, trends, and build networks within the solar energy industry. Before packing their bags for Europe's biggest PV event, our host Martin Maly, Sales Manager for Central & Eastern Europe, sat down with Craig Plaatjes, Global Product Manager, to look at some recent market reports and how they stand against the real development. Craig's summary after checking various sources that cover the next five years: While some regions are expecting a slower growth (compare episode 28 with Market Analyst Cormac Gilligan), the world's appetite for renewable energy remains unsatisfied. It's pushed additionally by the realization of hybrid applications including dual land-use, other energy sources and/or storage. For more information, stop by our booth at B3.374 in Messe Munich. The event takes place from May 7-9. Craig and Martin are happy to welcome you there and show you around the premium suite of meteorological instruments from Kipp & Zonen and Lufft. ===== CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

    35 min
  4. Ep.28| Live at Solarplaza: PV Market Outlook with Cormac Gilligan

    10/23/2024

    Ep.28| Live at Solarplaza: PV Market Outlook with Cormac Gilligan

    With Cormac Gilligan, Director Cleantech at S&P Global Commodity Insights Renewable energy sources are on the rise, in recent years mainly thanks to photovoltaics. But various challenges are about to slow down its dynamic growth: Grid challenges, unsolved storage issues, land availability - to only name a few. At this year's Solarplaza Asset Management conference in Prague, Cormac Gilligan confronted the European solar PV industry with a tough truth: There will be a dip in growth within the next years. So is the European solar party over already?  Definitely not, according to Cormac Gilligan, but different regions will develop with varying speed. In this episode, we take a look at recent trends, market challenges, and global and regional developments. Tune in and learn about:  Market outlook for EuropeFrom Ireland to the Balkans: Global and regional challengesCormac's top picks for solar investments in Europe and globally===== CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

    26 min
  5. Ep.27| Finding the Optimum PV Plant Setup with Researchers from TU Delft

    08/02/2024

    Ep.27| Finding the Optimum PV Plant Setup with Researchers from TU Delft

    With Matteo Baricchio, Hesan Ziar (both Researchers at TU Delft), and Marc Korevaar, Scientist at OTT HydroMet PV modules generate the largest amount of electricity when directly exposed to the sun. In theory, using two-axis trackers would maximize the yield. For obvious economic reasons, a fixed installation towards the south is the more popular setup. But it is not the power output alone, that counts in the end, as power prices differ a lot throughout the day. They are low at noon, when there is plenty of energy available and higher in the morning and evening hours. So what is the best setup from an economic perspective?  That is the question investigated by Matteo Baricchio and Hesan Ziar, two young researchers at the Technical University of Delft. In this episode of OTT CAST, we elaborate on their exciting research work, that compares East/West (E/W) vertical bifacial photovoltaic (PV) modules with conventional North/South (N/S) tilted configuration depending on the design choices and external conditions. We are joined by Marc Korevaar, our experienced Scientist at OTT HydroMet, who supported the researchers during their complex simulations with real measurement data. Tune in and learn about:  Potential of bifacial modules for East/West vertical installationsDistinguishing performance from profitabilityMulti-use PV applications in combination with wind energy and hydropowerOur appreciation and thanks go out to our guests: Hesan Ziar works as an assistant professor in the Electrical Sustainable Energy department of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, and Computer Science, at Delft University of Technology. Matteo Baricchio is a PhD Candidate at the Delft Center for Systems and Control, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, at Delft University of Technology. Further reading Research paper: Modelling of bifacial photovoltaic farms to evaluate the profitability of East/West vertical configuration ===== CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

    34 min
  6. Ep.26| CMP - Craig & Martin Podcasting at Intersolar 2024

    07/01/2024

    Ep.26| CMP - Craig & Martin Podcasting at Intersolar 2024

    With Craig Plaatjes, Global Product Manager at OTT HydroMet Intersolar has been huge this year. 18 halls filled with new PV panels, battery systems, inverters, mounting equipment, cleaning robots, software solutions, and more, underscore the industry’s dynamics and hunger for innovation In this episode of OTT CAST, we summarize our learnings and observations from the recent edition. Craig Plaatjes, Global Product Manager, and our host Martin Maly, Sales Manager Eastern Europe, were part of the team that represented OTT HydroMet with its brands Kipp & Zonen and Lufft at Intersolar 2024. Shortly before leaving Munich, they met at the hotel lobby to exchange thoughts and impressions. Please apologize for the occasional background noise. Tune in and learn about:  Intersolar 2024: The biggest solar show in EuropeHot topic: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and green hydrogenStandards: How to make your PV plant compliant with IEC 61724-1Further reading Whitepaper: Solar Energy International Standards ===== CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

    31 min

  7. 02/19/2024

    Ep.25| Analog or Smart Sensor? Choosing the Right Instrument

    With Sajad Badalkhani, Service & Technical Support Manager at OTT HydroMet Food for geeks! Most measurement instruments are either analog or smart. This applies to our Kipp & Zonen portfolio for solar irradiance monitoring, too. But which one to choose for which application? In this episode of OTT CAST, we welcome Sajad Badalkhani, an experienced technical expert for solar monitoring instruments. We discuss the technical differences between analog and smart sensors and who they are designed for. Sajad explains the concept of the Modbus protocol and introduces the SMP12, an ISO 9060:2018 Class A pyranometer with integrated heating and built-in sensors for remote monitoring of humidity and tilt angle. Tune in and learn about:  Pros and cons of analog and smart sensorsIntroducing the Modbus protocol Next level monitoring with the new Kipp & Zonen SMP12===== CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

    24 min
  8. Ep.24| Solar Mobility: Meet the Dutch Couple Who Drove to Cape Town and Back

    12/22/2023

    Ep.24| Solar Mobility: Meet the Dutch Couple Who Drove to Cape Town and Back

    With Maarten van Pel and Renske Cox, Ambassadors for Sustainable Travelling at 4x4electric.com Special Holidays Episode! This Dutch couple has seen quite a big part of the world. Maarten van Pel and Renske Cox always have been passionate travelers. But one day, they decided to stop flying. This decision gave birth to a spectacular idea and their biggest adventure yet: Driving from the Netherlands to Cape Town and back – powered mainly by solar energy. In this episode of OTT CAST, we welcome two dedicated ambassadors for sustainable traveling. Maarten and Renske talk about their 13-months trip with more than 38.000 kilometers driven in a Skoda Enyaq, a battery electric vehicle (BEV). Thanks to PV panels on the rooftop and in the trunk of their car, they were able to generate more than half of the needed energy form the sun. Tune in and learn about:  Impressions from Africa, a beautiful continent full of contrasts How and where to charge a BEV with solar panels Effective use of Kipp & Zonen CMP3 pyranometer to optimize charging performance===== CONTACT https://get.otthydrometinsights.com/podcast-contact-us/

    32 min
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Observing the elements is key to better understanding our planet. This podcast tells the manifold stories of experts working in environmental monitoring with help of our sensors and solutions. These range from hydrology to meteorology and climate studies to solar monitoring for photovoltaics. Environmental monitoring combines earth sciences with technology and the possibilities of big data. A lot to discuss, a lot to learn - Let's Talk About the Weather! ===> Find more stories and insights on environmental monitoring on our blog: https://blog.otthydromet.com/

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