DNV workshop at PVPMC 2026
API-centric workflows from resource data to energy yield calculations. A hands-on PVPMC 2026 workshop hosted by DNV. Build an API-driven solar-modelling workflow and keep working with it after PVPMC.
Solar analysis workflows are moving toward automation and cloud-based execution. APIs are no longer optional; they are foundational.
This 45-minute, hands-on workshop introduces an API-centric approach to solar resource assessment and PV energy yield modelling using DNV’s green data products. Participants will work directly in Python notebooks to explore a complete workflow, from programmatic access to solar resource data through to cloud based energy yield calculations.
The session demonstrates how Solcast, Solar Resource Compass, and SolarFarmer can be combined into a single, reproducible workflow aligned with DNV best practice. The focus is on how these components work together in practice, rather than on individual tools in isolation.
This is a practical session. You will work through an example and see how API-based workflows can replace fragmented, manual processes, and leave the workshop with test API keys you can use to continue testing your workflows.
What the workshop covers
The workshop follows the modelling chain as it would be implemented in a real engineering or analytics environment. It shows how API-driven workflows support consistency across projects, improve traceability, and simplify integration with internal systems.
During the session, you will see how to:
- Acquire solar resource data programmatically using Solcast APIs
- Structure resource assessment inputs with Solar Resource Compass
- Run cloud-based PV energy yield calculations in SolarFarmer
- Apply DNV-recommended workflow steps to produce defensible results
- Use the new SolarFarmer SDK (Software Development Kit) to support faster integration and workflow automation
The emphasis throughout is on repeatability and scalability, using workflows that can be adapted beyond a single project.
Hands-on access during and after the workshop
All attendees will receive API keys providing access to DNV APIs and data models. These keys will be used during the hands-on exercises and will remain valid after the workshop for continued testing.
This allows you to:
- Work through the Python notebook examples during the session
- Explore additional scenarios after PVPMC
- Evaluate how DNV’s APIs and SDK can integrate with your own tools and pipelines
Who should attend
This workshop is designed for technically focused PVPMC participants involved in building, running, or modernizing solar modelling workflows.
It is particularly relevant for:
- Solar resource and PV performance engineers
- Energy yield and uncertainty analysts
- Developers integrating solar data and models into internal systems
- Technical leads assessing API first modelling approaches
Basic familiarity with PV modelling concepts is recommended. Advanced software development experience is not required.
What you will take away
By the end of the session, you will have:
- Seen a complete API-centric workflow from resource data to PV energy yield
- Worked hands-on in Python notebooks using DNV APIs
- Understood how the SolarFarmer SDK enables programmatic model execution
- Gained reference workflow patterns that can be reused internally
- Retained API access to continue testing after the workshop
Practical details
- Format: Hands-on technical workshop
- Environment: Python notebooks (laptop required)
- Duration: 45 minutes
- API access: Provided for workshop use and ongoing testing after the workshop
Register to attend
Complete the form below to reserve your place in the workshop and receive access and API keys ahead of PVPMC.