What this is
A step-by-step guide to submitting your first solar project in SolarQuant and seeing your first screening results—your "2-minute win."
Who this is for
- New users who want to test the platform quickly - Developers submitting their first project for screening
What you can do
- Submit a project using sample data or real data - Get instant financial metrics (IRR, payback, DSCR) - See whether your project passes screening criteria
Steps
1. Start a new project : Click "New Project" from your dashboard 2. Choose your path : - Sample project : Use pre-filled data to see how it works - Real project : Enter your own project details 3. Fill in required fields : - Country and system size - Tariff structure - Basic CAPEX breakdown - O&M costs 4. Submit for screening : Click "Run Model" 5. Review results : See your IRR, payback period, and screening status
Rules / limits
- Minimum required fields must be complete - Free tier: 1 project total - Results are indicative and depend on assumptions
Common mistakes
- Entering tariff in wrong currency - Missing required fields (check validation warnings) - Expecting exact financial projections (this is screening, not deep modeling)
Related links
- Inputs Guide: What Good Data Looks Like - Understanding Model Results
Note: SolarQuant provides indicative results for screening purposes. Always conduct thorough due diligence before making investment decisions.