Transect releases new tool to assess a community’s sentiment toward solar – GWC Mag

Transect, a provider of software for land evaluation, is excited to introduce an exclusive beta release of its new feature, Solar Pulse. This feature is designed for assessing community solar sentiment and suitability, marking a significant milestone in the industry. This AI tool is designed to empower the solar energy industry by providing unique insights into solar project momentum and community adoption.

Transect’s Solar Pulse AI solar sentiment tool leverages cutting-edge machine learning tools to assess public sentiment towards solar energy development. By analyzing a vast array of data sources, including news articles and historical builds within that county, this tool delivers invaluable insights into the perceptions and attitudes surrounding solar energy.

“Launching Transect’s Solar Pulse marks a pivotal moment in our commitment to supporting the energy transition,” said Robin Laine, CEO of Transect. “By harnessing the power of AI and data analytics, we are empowering the solar industry to make informed decisions, engage communities effectively and advance sustainable energy solutions. Our mission is to drive positive change, and this innovation exemplifies our dedication to that cause.”

How Transect’s Solar Pulse operates:

• Natural Language Processing (NLP): Utilizing sophisticated NLP techniques, the AI identifies keywords and phrases related to solar energy across a wide range of online articles.
• Sentiment Analysis: Advanced sentiment analysis algorithms then categorize sentiment as positive, negative or neutral, based on the language used in the content.
• Trend Tracking: Machine learning models consistently monitor sentiment trends over time, providing valuable data for developers and businesses to proactively oversee projects and receive notifications about evolving sentiment throughout their developments.

Currently, Transect has restricted access to its exclusive beta of the AI solar sentiment feature to a select group of existing clients in the solar industry. This move represents a significant stride in harnessing AI and data analytics to drive positive changes in the solar energy sector.

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