Join Our Exclusive Workshop

What Solar Developers Need to Know about Site Condition and Foundation Design

Free   |  1 PDH Credit & Certificate

When: Friday January 31, 2025 from 2 pm to 3 pm Central -Chicago Time,  

(Noon to 2 pm Pacific Time)

Where: Virtual Workshop Through Zoom

This webinar/workshop explores the critical geotechnical and foundation design factors that impact the success of solar farm projects. Attendees will gain insights into evaluating site conditions, including soil properties, topography, and drainage, and their influence on foundation performance and long-term stability. The session will cover common challenges, such as expansive soils, settlement, and lateral stability, and provide practical guidance for optimizing foundation systems. Ideal for developers, engineers, and project managers, this webinar equips participants with the knowledge to minimize risks, reduce costs, and ensure efficient, sustainable solar farm construction.

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Speaker Highlight: Siavash (Ash) Zamiran, Ph.D., P.E.

Dr. Siavash (Ash) Zamiran is a geotechnical consultant and a Senior Lecturer at the University of Houston, with over 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, risk management, and foundation design. His expertise spans a wide range of geotechnical challenges, including site characterization, soil-structure interaction, and specialized foundation solutions for renewable energy projects. 

Industries

Renewable Energy 

Solar energy developers and operators looking to optimize site selection and foundation design for efficient and sustainable solar farms.

Construction 

Engineering firms, contractors, and construction managers involved in solar farm development and related infrastructure projects.

Land Development

Land developers and investors assessing site feasibility for renewable energy projects and seeking to maximize land use efficiency and value through informed foundation and site design decisions.