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761: Unlock Solar Success: Insider Tips from Top EPC Firms - Burns & McDonnell


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An experienced EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) partner is the backbone for the successful execution of solar projects, turning ambitious plans into reliable, high-performing projects. Burns & McDonnell, a top 5 EPC for solar & storage, brings over a century of engineering experience and a hands-on approach to large-scale solar and storage projects, balancing self-perform capabilities with trusted subcontractor partnerships. Community engagement and thoughtful project planning are just part of the project success puzzle; they innovate with terrain-following technology to adapt to challenging sites and collaborate early with project owners to address constraints, streamline designs, and ensure project goals are met efficiently. 

Hear from Director of Renewable Sales & Strategy, Adam Bernardi and Senior Electrical Engineer, Grant Reasor as they share insights from their respective roles across the project development cycle.

 Expect to learn:

  • The techno-economic strategies employed to optimize module selection and meet IRA domestic content requirements, and why it’s not always straightforward.
  • The importance of understanding the owner's project goals and pro forma to drive the best technical solutions.
  • The significance of comprehensive due diligence and upfront identification of site-specific risks to drive project value.
  • How to handle seasonal challenges of performance testing on the frozen tundra of the Upper Midwest

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