Chinese Firm Considering Robotic Cleaning For Azerbaijani Solar Installations

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 25.​ Known as a traditional energy exporter, Azerbaijan is now playing an important role in the transition to green energy and is turning into a new energy hub in the Eurasian region, said Chao Kaik, Global Sales Director of the Chinese company Sol-Bright, Trend reports.

Speaking at the Azerbaijan and Central Asia Green Energy Week 2025 in Baku, Kaik noted that according to Azerbaijan's Ministry of Energy, the nation is gearing up to put the pedal to the metal with large-scale wind and solar energy projects.

“This brings the issue of efficient management and use of clean energy to the forefront. Experts emphasize that one of the main challenges in this sector is soiling of solar panels. If panels are not cleaned frequently and properly, their output decreases significantly over the years. Traditional methods require water, trucks, and manpower, which create both financial and safety risks,” he said.

According to the company representative, robotic cleaning solutions that have come out in recent years have really stepped up to tackle these problems.

“Through such technologies, solar panels can be cleaned daily or weekly, increasing energy generation by 15-25 percent. Studies show that in some projects, robotic cleaning raised output by up to 20 percent, while the payback period was only 1.5-2 years. Compared with traditional methods, robotic technology reduces operating costs by more than 90 percent and lowers the risk of panel damage by 10-30 percent. In addition, by minimizing reliance on human resources, it provides greater safety,” he added.

Kaik pointed out that robots have already been put through their paces in countries like Oman, the UAE, and India, and the results have been nothing short of a home run.

“For example, in a project in India, although the site was not located in a desert, the dry climate and dust accumulation led to a 12 percent increase in output thanks to robotic cleaning,” he articulated.

Experts believe robotic cleaning systems should no longer be considered an additional cost but rather a strategic asset in solar projects. These technologies not only keep the quality and lifespan of panels in tip-top shape but also squeeze every last drop of energy output in the long haul.

The company representative stressed that Azerbaijan also has strong potential in this field.

“In regions characterized by avian excrement and particulate matter buildup on photovoltaic arrays, the implementation of robotic systems can enhance their operational longevity and bolster the nation's renewable energy framework,” Kaik noted.

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