Methods for characterising the temporal and spatial variability of solar radiation across Montana for imporved use of solar collector technologies

This project will implement methods for characterization of the temporal and spatial distribution of solar radiation across Montana. The placement and sizing of solar technologies is dependent on knowledge of the availability of solar radiation. The project aims to better understand the controls on solar radiation variability, to develop methods for representing the solar radiaiton characteristics, and to provide information useful for the efficacy of solar radiation technologies across Montana.