Inmetro (National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology) inaugurated, this Tuesday (22), at its Xerém campus, in Duque de Caxias (RJ), the institution's new Photovoltaic Module Testing Laboratory, in a partnership made possible with INEL (National Institute of Clean Energy).
The space's main focus is testing the technical compliance of photovoltaic modules, especially regarding declared power in relation to actual power – a recurring problem that impacts the performance of power plants and distorts market competitiveness.
"We've already received many complaints about equipment that didn't have the same power output as the manufacturer's label. This laboratory will allow us to move forward and regulate potential irregularities. This strengthens the sector, promotes fair competition, and contributes to the country's growth," said Inmetro president Márcio André Brito in an interview with Canal Solar.
The initiative also represents a step forward in the sector's technical oversight capabilities, aiming to attract investment and consolidate good market practices. According to INEL president Heber Galarce, the work goes beyond defending the sector:
"We can't just ask for more space for clean energy without doing our homework, which is to provide quality products," he emphasized. "Today, we've achieved a program that will allow us to move forward with healthy, sustainable, and organized growth," he said.
Cooperation agreement
During the event, Inmetro and INEL also signed a Technical Cooperation Agreement valid for 12 months (extendable), which establishes joint actions to identify technical flaws and develop technological solutions that improve the regulation of solar products.
INEL will be responsible for mapping control devices and providing testing equipment, while Inmetro will contribute data and technical expertise. There will be no financial transfers between the parties.
The pact also includes discussing standards for certifying carbon credits, considering the environmental impact of solutions adopted in the solar photovoltaic sector—a measure that aligns cooperation with global sustainability commitments.
"Agreements of this nature are fundamental to the development of solar energy in Brazil," Galarce stated. "INEL is committed to contributing to increased safety and promoting innovation in the sector. The partnership with Inmetro provides new momentum for this activity," he emphasized.
The inauguration ceremony for the new laboratory was attended by representatives from Inmetro, INEL, delegated agencies, superintendencies, and leaders from the solar sector. Canal Solar was represented by its commercial director, Gustavo Tegon.
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Dear Sirs, every research and innovation sector cannot do without the endorsement and certification of an official body like INMETRO. Counterfeiting is an activity that defies anyone's imagination. It's used for everything from medicines to technologically sophisticated equipment. We must, therefore, congratulate INMETRO and INEL for this important initiative. A recent survey indicates that 84% of Brazilian citizens have little knowledge or have never heard of renewable energy sources. This is surprising, given that we live in a time when social media is a common tool and frequently focuses on this topic.