Defined term

Solar array azimuth

Solar array azimuth is the compass direction toward which the array surface faces, expressed under a stated angular convention.

Also known as PV azimuth

measurement · Concept code GS-CONCEPT-035 · Last verified August 20, 2026

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Definition

Solar array azimuth is the compass direction toward which the array surface faces, expressed under a stated angular convention.

Definition claim verification: Verified August 20, 2026

In plain language

When comparing Solar array azimuth, keep the unit, time period, measurement boundary, and underlying assumptions the same on both sides.

What it is not

It is not array tilt and a single azimuth cannot represent multiple roof planes with different orientations.

Decision context

Why it matters

Production estimates must use the convention required by the selected model and the actual array orientation for each distinct plane.

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Information boundary

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