Powering Turn Energy's 3x Utility-Scale Solar Surge and 30% Conversion Boost

The Company

Headquartered in Uppsala, Sweden, Turn Energy is a trailblazing Independent Power Producer (IPP) with a bold tagline: "Save the world from bad energy."

With a goal to commission solar parks corresponding to 1.5 gigawatts (GW) by 2028 in Sweden, Turn Energy has set an inspiring precedent in the renewable energy industry.

Boasting an impressive development portfolio of over 6.5 GW in 2023 and backed by a substantial investment from Omnes Capital, Turn Energy's ambitions are nothing short of extraordinary.

Challenges Fuel Innovation

On the path to sustainable energy, Turn Energy–now an innovative Independent Power Producer (IPP)–faced challenges fitting for their ambitious goal.

These challenges were not obstacles but opportunities for growth and innovation, prompting Turn Energy to seek forward-thinking solutions like Glint Solar.

1. Simplify complex processes and tool overload: With ambitions matching their dedication, Turn Energy found themselves grappling with time-consuming processes and tool overload. Managing and navigating through multiple tools and systems became a challenge, hindering their path to streamlined operations. This along with the need for expertise in utility-scale solar added another layer of complexity and underscored the need for a unified solution to enhance efficiency and focus on their core mission.

2. Optimizing early project stages: The initial phases of project development posed significant inefficiencies, from site prospecting to feasibility assessments. These challenges slowed progress and decision-making, urging Turn Energy to seek innovative methods to expedite these processes without compromising accuracy.

3. Seamless transitioning – from early to mid-stage: As projects transitioned to advanced stages, Turn Energy encountered hurdles in smoothly transferring project data and insights. These transition challenges caused delays and disruptions, highlighting the importance of cohesive solutions to maintain momentum throughout the project lifecycle.

4. Conversion rate enhancement – from early to advanced project stages: Critical to their success was the conversion rate of projects from early to advanced stages. Turn Energy recognized the need to address this bottleneck, aiming to optimize operational efficiency and resource utilization to drive conversions and project advancement.

As Turn Energy aspires to commission solar parks equivalent to 1.5 GW by 2028, their commitment to overcoming challenges with innovative solutions like Glint Solar underscores their dedication to pioneering sustainable energy solutions and achieving their ambitious goals.

"With Glint Solar's tailored capabilities, our project pipeline tripled. Our developers now seamlessly prospect, evaluate, and design sites with just a few clicks. This streamlined process accelerates decision-making and identifies project risks early, allowing us to focus on expanding our portfolio."

Max Widegren, Project Developer at Turn Energy

The Solution

Before Glint Solar, Turn Energy managed a 750MW development portfolio, with 90MW projects in the pipeline and 16MW under construction. Despite their impressive portfolio, managing scattered data across various tools like Läntmateriet.se, SGU, Excel, and Monday proved challenging.

With the adoption of Glint Solar, Turn Energy's approach underwent a significant shift. Proactively engaging with Glint Solar's team, they embarked on an on-site visit to Sweden, aligning Glint Solar's capabilities with their needs. The priority? Improving the handoff process from early to mid-stage is crucial for enhancing the conversion rate.

Solution

A centralized layers library

Single click workflow transitions

Streamlined site prospecting and evaluation

An intuitive drawing tool

Accurate project details and file exports

Early identification of red flags

Precise estimation of buildable areas

Impact

Simplified data management by consolidating scattered tools and systems, thereby reducing time-consuming processes and enhancing overall efficiency.

Single click flexibility to transition between site prospecting, analysis, and design processes resulting in streamlined workflows while avoiding unnecessary delays.

Site selection and assessment autonomy to business teams, along with access to parcel data, 3D visualization, and site selection capabilities to accelerate decision-making and reduce dependence on GIS and engineering teams.

Autonomy to business development teams in layout creation, exclusion zone identification, and 3D visualization resulting in accelerated decision-making, heightened productivity, and improved project outcomes.

Precise project details such as capacity, yield, and monthly production curves supported smooth project management while offering exports in KML, DXF, and GeoJson formats resulting in reduced project timelines and simplified information handover between business and engineering teams.

Streamlined site selection and evaluation processes all while optimizing preliminary design, layout generation, and scenario assessment to identify project risks in the early stages.

Precise estimation of buildable areas from the outset, reducing uncertainties and accelerating progress towards top-tier late-stage projects.

The Results

Through the implementation of Glint Solar, Turn Energy witnessed significant improvements across various facets of its operations, culminating in transformative outcomes that underscored the success of their collaboration.

Tripled project pipeline: Turn Energy’s project portfolio more than tripled after adopting Glint Solar, supported by various other strategic initiatives, allowing them to expand their reach and undertake a more extensive portfolio of solar park developments.
Slashed development costs by 20%: The consolidation of the pre-permit stage processes along with enhanced efficiency and collaboration resulting from Glint Solar implementation led to a 20% reduction in operational costs for Turn Energy, enabling strategic resource allocation and maximizing return on investment.
30% boost in project conversion rates: A standout achievement resulting from the adoption of Glint Solar was the remarkable 30% increase in project conversion rates. This significant enhancement underscored the effectiveness of Glint Solar in optimizing the project pipeline flow and expediting project closures.

“Now, with all project data in one accessible place, we're able to tackle numerous solar sites effortlessly, ensuring no detail goes unnoticed. Glint Solar has transformed our workflow and elevated our performance.”

Max Widegren Project Developer, Turn Energy

Glint Solar played a crucial role in optimizing Turn Energy’s processes. The platform's design and export features addressed their handoff concerns, leading to a visible improvement in the conversion rate. This translated into enhanced efficiency for their business development, GIS, and engineering teams, and expedited project closures.

The reduction in the time taken for landowner agreements - from 2 to 3 months to a more streamlined process - demonstrated the efficiency brought about by Glint Solar. Moreover, the alignment between Glint Solar and Turn Energy's goals paved the way for increased efficiency, smarter decision-making, and a more refined early project stage to mid-stage transition.

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