Blue Skies: A Methodology for Data-Driven Clear Sky Modelling

Solar energy is gaining prominence across the world in response to climate change, depleting reserves, lowering costs, and favorable legislation. However, a key challenge in integrating solar power into the grid is the ability to forecast solar energy production accurately. The variability and uncertainty of solar power can negatively impact grid stability and increase the cycling costs of conventional power plants.

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