ETAP, a global leader in electrical digital twin design and engineering software, has been recognized with three awards in the 2024 Power Technology Excellence Awards in the categories of Environmental, Innovation, and Research & Development (R&D) for its commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions, pioneering innovative technologies, and investing in cutting-edge research.
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ETAP won the Environmental award for its significant contributions to solar expansion, supporting regulatory efforts to increase renewable energy capacity and reduce carbon footprints. The company was recognized with the Innovation award for developing the Caneco Electrical PV module, a cloud-based software that revolutionizes electrical design for photovoltaic systems and electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. Additionally, ETAP won an award for its substantial investment in research and development, resulting in practical, market-driven software solutions that adapt to evolving industry needs.
Driving environmental sustainability through solar expansion
ETAP played a pivotal role in supporting France’s Renewable Energy Acceleration law, which aims to achieve 100GW of solar capacity by 2050. The legislation facilitates the deployment of solar panels on large rooftops, parking lots, and unused land, especially near highways and railways, creating a significant opportunity for solar developers. ETAP has been instrumental in enabling the integration of renewable energy into various existing infrastructure electrical systems, particularly through the design of solar canopies over large parking lots, contributing to the capabilities of solar developers and the renewable sector by supporting efficient solar energy ambition.
The company’s software solutions are designed to optimize the design and implementation of low-voltage solar installations, significantly reducing the carbon footprint of electrical systems. By automating complex calculations and ensuring compliance with standards, ETAP’s software enhances the efficiency and reliability of solar projects. Furthermore, ETAP’s strategic expansion into other European markets, starting with Spain and Germany, demonstrates its unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability on a broader scale. The planned inclusion of battery storage sizing in its software further enhances the sustainability of solar energy systems by enabling efficient energy storage solutions, ensuring that excess energy can be stored and used when needed, thus maximizing the use of renewable resources.
Innovative electrical design solutions for emerging market needs
ETAP’s award in the Innovation category highlights its groundbreaking advancements in electrical design, particularly through the development of the Caneco Electrical PV module. This next-generation cloud-based software revolutionizes the electrical design process for low-voltage installations, simplifying the design of photovoltaic systems and EV charging infrastructure. The software provides an integrated view of combined Direct Current (DC) and Alternating Current (AC) systems, allowing for more comprehensive and efficient design solutions.
By introducing an Early Adopter program, which involves partnering with 15 key electrical contractor customers, ETAP ensures that its software aligns closely with customer needs and market opportunities, reflecting a customer-centric innovation strategy. This collaborative approach allows ETAP to test new features, discuss development roadmap priorities, and validate assumptions on upcoming market needs. The software’s intuitive and user-friendly interface enhances user experience and productivity, showcasing innovation not just in functionality but also in usability. Recent EVSE enhancements, and planned future enhancements including battery storage set to be released in the first quarter of 2025, demonstrate a clear roadmap of continuous innovation by ETAP in the field of electrical design dedicated to renewable integration. These enhancements address current market challenges, such as the need for integrated solutions for EV charging and energy storage, further solidifying ETAP’s position as a leader in electrical design innovation.
Pioneering R&D in software development
ETAP’s commitment to research and development is exemplified by its significant investment in R&D, with 40% of its employees engaged in these activities. This dedication has earned ETAP recognition in the R&D category, highlighting its collaborative development approach with key electrical contractor customers. By integrating customer feedback into the development of the Caneco Electrical PV module, ETAP ensures that its R&D efforts result in practical and market-driven solutions. This approach involves regular meetings with Early Adopters to test new features, discuss development priorities, and ensure that the software meets the evolving needs of the market.
ETAP recognizes the value that subject matter experts with advanced degrees bring to its success in innovation. These R&D teams include PhD-level expertise in electrical engineering, bringing practical experience in assessing diverse project needs, identifying potential issues, and implementing solutions tailored to specific applications. This deep understanding of electrical codes, load calculations, sizing of electrical installations and system requirements ensures that application development is on track to support installation projects that are efficient and compliant with regulations. As well, this expertise contributes to solutions that help to minimize risks, enhance safety, and optimize resource usage, ultimately enabling reliable and cost-effective electrical infrastructure.
The upcoming features, such as Selectivity and Coordination and Battery Storage, are a testament to ETAP’s dynamic and responsive R&D process, set to be released early in 2025. These features are designed to address specific challenges faced by the industry, such as ensuring data reliability, complying with security requirements, and meeting sustainability criteria. ETAP’s ability to adapt to evolving market needs and customer feedback indicates a dynamic and responsive R&D process that prioritizes real-world application and customer satisfaction. This strategy not only reinforces ETAP’s position as a leader in software development for the power industry, but also ensures that its solutions remain relevant and effective in addressing the industry’s most pressing challenges.
“We are honored to receive this recognition. Caneco Electrical PV Module addresses the growing need for solar PV electrical design solutions. We are proud to be pioneering the way electrical design software enables engineers at this pivotal moment to improve their compliance and efficiency while achieving their sustainability objectives.” – Rodolphe Héliot, Chief Product Offer, ETAP
Company Profile
ETAP provides market-leading software solutions for electrical systems, from design and engineering to operations and maintenance.
Through its integrated electrical digital twin platform, ETAP delivers best-in-class, seamless customer experience and cloud-leveraging technologies ensuring universal accessibility for designers, engineers, and operators accelerating their digital energy transformation, even in the highest regulated environments.
Over 20,000 enterprises globally rely on ETAP to unlock total efficiency and sustainability at all stages of the lifecycle for utilities, infrastructure, industries, and buildings. Driven by excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction for over 38 years, ETAP’s deep expertise is supported by the dedication of more than 1,000 employees and a strong community of active users.
ETAP is headquartered in Irvine, California, with regional operations around the globe to support its local customers.
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E-mail: pr@etap.com
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