SnovaTech Solar Simulation Platform

Solar energy simulation platform for Algerian consumers with financial projections and ROI analysis

Project Overview

SnovaTech Solar Simulation Platform helps Algerian consumers understand the financial and technical benefits of solar energy adoption. The platform transforms raw user inputs into accurate system recommendations, long-term performance projections, and detailed financial insights tailored to Algeria's unique energy market.

The Challenge

Algerian consumers lack accessible tools to evaluate solar energy adoption. They face challenges in understanding system sizing, financial ROI, and long-term benefits specific to Algeria's climate, electricity pricing, and solar radiation patterns.

The Solution

Built a comprehensive web platform that combines Algerian solar radiation data, local electricity pricing, and engineering models to provide personalized solar simulations. The platform features interactive location selection, real-time calculations, and clear visualizations of financial projections over 25 years.

Key Features

Interactive Algerian map with location-based solar data

Real-time system sizing calculations based on consumption

25-year financial projection with degradation modeling

ROI analysis tailored to Algerian electricity pricing

Seasonal production forecasting with monthly breakdowns

Mobile-responsive design with offline calculations

Print-ready simulation reports

WhatsApp integration for professional consultations

Heat-driven consumption modeling for Algerian summers

Clear visualization of savings and payback periods

Results & Impact

500+ users successfully simulated their solar potential

Average projected electricity bill reduction of 60%

90% user satisfaction with simulation accuracy and clarity

Mobile optimization achieving 95+ Lighthouse performance score

Successfully modeled systems from 1kW to 20kW capacity

Technical Details

Uses NASA POWER API for historical solar radiation data

Implements linear degradation model (0.5% annual panel efficiency loss)

Accounts for Algerian grid electricity price of 4.82 DZD/kWh

Considers 6 hours average daily sunshine across Algeria

Includes summer consumption spikes (30-50% increase for cooling)

Tech Stack

Frontend

Next.js 14React 18TypeScriptTailwind CSSRechartsLeaflet.js

Backend

Node.jsExpressCustom Calculation Engine

Data & Models

Algerian Solar Radiation DatabaseLocal Electricity Pricing ModelsPanel Degradation Algorithms

Tools & APIs

GitVercelFigmaWhatsApp Business API

My Role

Full-Stack Developer & Data Modeler

Led the development from conception to deployment.

Responsibilities

Architected the entire calculation engine and data models
Integrated Algerian geographic and energy market data
Developed interactive visualizations and mapping features
Optimized performance for complex real-time calculations
Implemented responsive design for all device types
Created clear, educational user interface and documentation

Technical Challenges

Integrating accurate Algerian solar radiation data for different regions

Creating realistic financial models for Algeria's subsidized electricity market

Optimizing complex calculations for real-time performance in browser

Designing intuitive UX for users with varying technical knowledge

Handling location-specific variables across 48 Algerian provinces