Rely on the Top-Selling Independent PV Monitoring Provider in North America

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1 What We Do Rely on the Top-Selling Independent PV Monitoring Provider in North America AlsoEnergy has designed and deployed monitoring and controls for PV systems of every size and description. We monitor over 3.5 GW of power spread across more than 10,000 locations worldwide. AlsoEnergy works with every customer to design and deploy solutions that are tailored to individual needs. No other monitoring and control provider matches our versatility to integrate with diverse project specs and requirements. At AlsoEnergy, it is our mission to empower the business of renewable energy with software that clarifi es the relation between system performance and fi nancial returns, and that streamlines asset management tasks to reduce costs. AlsoEnergy clients use our products and services to increase yield, reduce maintenance costs, and save time and money. Founded in 2007, AlsoEnergy has quickly grown to become an industry leader. In 2013, AlsoEnergy acquired DECK Monitoring, creators of the DECK monitoring solution. With this acquisition, AlsoEnergy has become the top-selling independent PV monitoring provider in North America. SCADA controls or third party SCADA Utility Scale PV Industrial PV Commercial PV Fleet Deployment Residential PV Third party database Third party software Compatibility with a huge range of leading hardware devices Full turnkey solutions with hardware, software, and a range of optional services Non-PV monitoring including other renewables, building efficiency, and more Sites monitored by AlsoEnergy (World Map) Who We Serve AlsoEnergy has earned a terrific base of loyal customers, including top-tier banks and utilities along with national contractors, developers, and EPCs. Monitoring solutions from AlsoEnergy provide distinct benefits for all types of project stakeholders: vq1_2014 Utilities Project Developers and Financiers EPC and O&M Contractors OEM Partners Government and Military Schools and Universities vq1_2014 Sites monitored by AlsoEnergy (U.S. Map) Customer service from AlsoEnergy is phenomenal. Our customers choose us and stay with us for quality products, responsive support, and broad expertise. Year after year we continue to deliver customer service that reflects our core business values: experience, commitment, and industry leadership. AlsoEnergy is a debt-free company that continues to grow and profit. We respond quickly to customer needs and marketplace demands, so we are well positioned to continue serving the PV market in the years to come. Robert J Schaefer l CEO, AlsoEnergy Inc Peace of mind is very important regarding ongoing solar production reporting. I need a system I can rely on; AlsoEnergy was the easy choice. With a great price, impeccable service, and professionalism I can count on, I know we made a great choice. Eric Hinckley, Senior VP of Operations, AES Don Dixon, Senior Project Manager, Rosendin Electric We don t usually work with energy monitoring software because we need a high degree of customization within the data sets for us to use the information effectively; but AlsoEnergy offered the level of customization that we needed. Bill Marion, Principal Scientist of PV Modules and Systems, NREL

2 Increase Your Yield Industry experts verify that monitored PV systems produce more power. AlsoEnergy specializes in PV monitoring, using sophisticated performance modeling to provide highly accurate real-time baselines for each system. These baselines account for atmospheric conditions along with a huge range of known factors, so you can know immediately when production drops due to an unexpected variable. SCADA and More for Utility Scale Projects No major solar power investment should go without the benefits of PV monitoring from AlsoEnergy. Get SCADA plus monitoring with a range of options from AlsoEnergy: you can choose the AlsoEnergy site controller, enabling control factors such as Power Curtailment, Power Ramping, and Power Factor Correction. Or AlsoEnergy can integrate with your third party and utility SCADA systems. We even integrate with third party software and database requirements, including OSI PI and SalesForce. Reduce Your Costs Our software toolkit reduces the time associated with O&M activities, and speeds the process to identify, locate, and diagnose performance issues. Asset managers are empowered to administer larger portfolios in less time. Additionally, you can track lost revenue associated with diminished production as well as costs of maintenance activities, enabling informed decision making over the life of the project. Committed Customer Support Whether you re managing a multi-megawatt plant or getting a 100 kw commercial system online, the last thing you need is to not be able to get resolution on an issue. You won t find another provider more responsive to your needs or more willing to help you troubleshoot and resolve problems. AlsoEnergy maintains a large devoted staff of experienced phone support technicians along with a wide range of support resources. In addition to remote support, onsite fi eld support is available. Save Time & Money AlsoEnergy software helps all project stakeholders do their work more quickly and easily. You get transparency into system performance and maintenance operations with a range of features tailored to the needs of all project stakeholders, including investors, asset managers, contractors, and end users. These features include automated performance alerts, personalized displays, and customizable reporting tools. Two Industry-Leading Software Products We know that every PV system is different, and every project comes with different demands. That s why we offer a choice of 2 industry-leading software products to find the best match for your needs: PowerTrack offers a more comprehensive toolkit and more powerful analytics, while DECK Monitoring offers effective fundamental monitoring with maximized ease-of-use.

3 Software Features The Industry s Most Powerful and Comprehensive PV Performance Analytics SImply put, PowerTrack from AlsoEnergy offers the industry s most comprehensive collection of software tools to manage your solar power project portfolio. For investors, utilities, and other power users, PowerTrack is your dream come true. O&M providers will save time and money with powerful tools to evaluate system performance. PowerTrack s sophisticated performance modeling calculator enables industry-leading accuracy in your system benchmarks, so you can easily identify and diagnose performance losses due to variable factors. PowerTrack can be programmed to generate specialized reports and displays for other project shareholders, such as investors and EPCs. Everyone gets the information they want: customizable reports can be tailored for system data or full porfolio view, energy data or financial analysis. From Portfolio to Panel: Fully Comprehensive Range of System Performance Views Portfolio Management Multiple views including map, tables, charts, and graphs Aggregated portfolio production along with itemized site production values in a single interface Personalized portfolio views for your customers and partners Production in terms of both energy and dollars Performance Modeling Sophisticated modeling tool accounts for a wide range of system design variables Support for PVsys models plus inverter and shading models Soiling, snow, and other loss detectors Downtime loss modeling vs actual weather conditions Analytics Graphic timeline of alerts, availability, and uptime Performance Index based charts and alerts Personalized string and zone maps Workflow Management Suite Issue, assign, and manage work order tickets Track costs related to downtime and performance losses Track costs associated with service and operation expenses Financial Analysis Highly accurate performance modeling for true understanding of potential ROI at system and portfolio level Intuitive displays and analytics for system and portfolio earnings Custom Displays/Reports Schedule and distribute custom reports Download charts or CSV files, copy to clipboard, or use our API Custom PPA invoice templates, rate schedules, and calculations Automated Alerts Condition based to avoid nuisance alerts Mobile Apps Available for iphone, ipad, Android devices Kiosk Display PowerLobby displays with company logo

4 Software Features DECK Monitoring is now available on the PowerTrack-integrated database, so you can get the best of both products! Ease of Use: DECK Monitoring software has been optimized for ease of use. Intuitive tools and navigation make it easy to perform routine tasks. For users who do not require the robust tool set of PowerTrack, DECK Monitoring may be a perfect fit. Free Customizable Lobby Displays: DECK Monitoring comes standard with customizable dashboard displays for kiosks and other public-facing applications, making this a well-suited solution for many projects in the commercial and education markets. Variety of Helpful Portfolio Overviews Map view icons show real-time alarm status at each location Classic Solar Statistics table shows generation data and performance indices for all sites Solar Statistics also includes charts and graphics to illustrate performance indices such as seasonal variation and peak kw vs DC Nameplate (by site, or for full portfolio) System Analytics Versatile and intuitive graphing tool Advanced Analytics feature allows you to pick and choose data points from multiple systems to chart on a single graph System overview page with device tree... isolate data from each reporting node Automated Alarms Automatic notifications to users you designate Condition-based to eliminate nuisance alerts Native App Displays Online: The latest version of DECK Monitoring software has been built using universal web coding. That means you can access native application displays on virtually any web-enabled device. See your system and portfolio data on-the-go! A Wide Range of Easy-to-Understand Data Visualizations for System and Portfolio Easy to Use Reporting Tools Schedule and distribute customized reports Available in spreadsheet or PDF format Additional Features and Services for Both Software Products Agency approved SREC and rebate reporting Responsive online and phone support Free single line installation diagrams 5-year warranty for all hardware (excluding pyranometers and reference cells) Unlimited users with varied permissions levels Mobile app available for iphone, ipad, and Android devices Upload performance models including PVsyst models Set baselines to compare against live data Download prepared and raw data sets Automatic deployment of device communication alarms Multiple options for kiosk display software Integrate with third party software platforms including OSI PI and SalesForce

5 AlsoEnergy + SCADA: The Best of Both Worlds Satisfy your utility requirements and get all the benefits of our comprehensive software for PV performance monitoring and portfolio management. No other PV monitoring and controls provider can match our versatility... AlsoEnergy Can Do That! SCADA systems or with third party/utility SCADA Third party database Utility Scale PV Third party software No major solar power investment should go without the benefits of a PV monitoring system from AlsoEnergy. Our monitoring solutions provide critical performance insights, along with tools for workflow and portfolio management, saving time and money over the life of the system. AlsoEnergy offers a range of options so utility scale projects can always get a complete solution for monitoring and controls. The SCADA site controller from AlsoEnergy can accommodate control needs including on/off control, power curtailment, power ramping, and power factor correction. If you prefer, we can integrate with third party SCADA as well as control and metering requirements from your utility. Plan your SCADA + Monitoring solution using one of the following general configurations: SCADA + Monitoring from AlsoEnergy (with or without On-site Historian) AlsoEnergy Monitoring Integrated with Third Party and Utility SCADA Interfaces AlsoEnergy Monitoring Integrated with Utility SCADA Interface and Control We are committed to provide solutions that meet the needs of utility scale projects. AlsoEnergy can integrate with third party software and databases, including OSI PI and SalesForce. We are also actively pursuing NERC CIP compliance. Communications between sites and utility SCADA systems, regulatory agencies, and other bodies often needs to be secured. AlsoEnergy has deployed solutions that secure these critical links over standard copper Ethernet, cellular, and radio links. Industrial PV Commercial PV Fleet Deployment Residential PV Workflow management software with job order ticketing, cost analysis, and more Proven turn-key solutions that include hardware, software, and services Non-PV monitoring: consumption metering, battery storage systems, and more