Solargis
Solar design software
CAD software
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What is Solargis
Solargis is a solar resource and photovoltaic performance data platform used to support site assessment, energy yield estimation, and risk analysis for solar projects. It provides long-term solar irradiation and meteorological datasets, along with tools and APIs for integrating resource data into feasibility studies and engineering workflows. Typical users include solar developers, EPCs, investors, and analysts who need bankable-grade resource inputs and uncertainty metrics. Compared with layout-focused design tools, Solargis is primarily differentiated by its emphasis on solar and weather data quality, time-series availability, and data delivery options (web app, reports, and API).
High-resolution solar resource data
Solargis provides modeled solar irradiation and meteorological datasets designed for project-level assessment. It supports multiple irradiance components and related weather variables used in PV performance modeling. This makes it well-suited as an input source for yield studies where resource quality and consistency matter. It complements design tools that focus more on layout and electrical configuration than on resource characterization.
Uncertainty and risk reporting
The platform includes uncertainty information and reporting outputs that support financing and risk review workflows. Users can use these outputs to document assumptions and quantify resource-related variability over long periods. This is useful when standardizing assessments across portfolios and geographies. It can reduce manual effort compared with assembling comparable documentation from disparate data sources.
API and integration options
Solargis offers data delivery through web access and programmatic interfaces for embedding resource data into internal tools and pipelines. This supports repeatable workflows for developers and analysts managing many sites. Integration options can help automate data retrieval for feasibility screening and model updates. It is particularly relevant for organizations that maintain their own modeling stack or dashboards.
Not a full CAD design tool
Despite being used in solar engineering workflows, Solargis does not primarily function as CAD software for detailed plant layout, racking design, or electrical drafting. Users typically still need separate tools for geometry, shading scene construction, and construction-ready drawings. This can add toolchain complexity when teams expect an end-to-end design environment. The product fits best as a resource-data layer rather than a complete design suite.
Modeled data may need validation
Solargis relies heavily on satellite and modeled datasets, which can differ from on-site measurements in certain microclimates or complex terrain. Bankability processes often require reconciliation with ground measurements (e.g., pyranometers) when available. Teams may need additional steps to validate and adjust assumptions for specific sites. This can extend timelines for late-stage projects compared with workflows centered on long-term on-site data.
Cost and licensing considerations
Access to high-resolution datasets, time series, and advanced reports is typically licensed, which can be a barrier for small teams or early-stage screening at scale. API usage and enterprise features may introduce additional commercial and governance requirements. Organizations may need to manage user access, data entitlements, and internal redistribution rules. These factors can complicate adoption compared with tools that bundle resource data within a single design license.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan / Product | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solargis Prospect — Basic | €2,400 per year | Monthly profiles of solar & meteo data; PV energy modelling for fixed-tilt systems; project comparison tool; economic calculator; UI & PDF reports in 15+ languages; up to 5 full-access users; up to 500 new projects/year. |
| Solargis Prospect — Professional | €4,800 per year | All Basic features plus: albedo, precipitable water & humidity, rainfall & snow-day data; support for 1-axis tracker and floating solar; assisted onboarding; up to 10 full-access users; up to 1,000 new projects/year. |
| Solargis Prospect — Enterprise | Custom pricing (contact sales) | All Professional features plus: unlimited users; number of projects by agreement; dedicated account manager; custom legal paperwork. |
| Solargis Evaluate | €12,000 per year | Annual subscription includes: up to 60 Early Stage projects; unlimited 15-min TMY P50 simulations per project; unlimited designs per project; unlimited collaborators per project; solar, meteorological & environmental data included. Contact sales for higher-volume or custom options. |
| Solargis Monitor | Contact sales / Let's talk | Pricing not published on site. Core features listed: 10/15-min time step, support for PV tracking systems, 12 months history, Solargis Analyst available as add-on; base plan includes access for up to 5 sites/year (higher-volume plans via contact). |
| Solargis Forecast | Contact sales / Let's talk | Pricing not published on site. Tiers (Basic / Professional / Enterprise) exist but all show "Let’s talk" / "Contact us"; features vary by tier (hourly to sub-hourly timesteps, D0+7 to D0+14 forecast range, up to 10/15-min update frequency, tracker support, custom formats for Enterprise). |
| Solargis Analyst | Contact sales / Let's talk | Product page describes features and sample reports; no public list prices shown — contact sales for quotes. |
Seller details
Solargis s.r.o.
Bratislava, Slovakia
2009
Private
https://solargis.com/
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