Online platform for solar energy companies

Solar Alliance

At Smultron software house, we are passionate about using technology to create a more sustainable future. That’s why we were thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Solar Alliance, an initiative launched by the European Commission and led by EIT InnoEnergy, aimed at facilitating innovation-led expansion of a resilient industrial solar value chain in the EU. Our goal was to design and implement a website that would showcase the Solar Alliance’s work and activities, making it easy for visitors to find relevant information about the initiative.

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Online platform for solar energy companies

The scope of our actions

Workshops

Together with the client, we participate in workshops to better understand their vision and ensure an ideal fit with their expectations.

Analysis

We start by gaining a deep understanding of the client's needs and project goals to deliver personalized solutions.

UX design

We focus on user interface design, ensuring intuitive and engaging user experiences.

UI design

We create aesthetically pleasing and functional user interface designs, incorporating the latest trends and best design practices.

Front-end web development

We create responsive and dynamic user interfaces, leveraging the latest front-end technologies.

Database

We design and implement efficient and scalable databases, providing a robust foundation for your website.

WordPress CMS

We build websites based on the popular content management system WordPress, customizing them to meet the client's individual needs.

Optimisation

We ensure optimization for search engine rankings, security, and page loading speed.

Manual testing

We conduct comprehensive manual testing, verifying the functionality of each feature on various devices available on the market, ensuring flawless operation and high product quality.

Launch

We deploy the website on the production server, ensuring a smooth process and minimizing potential disruptions.

WordPress maintenance

We provide regular technical support and maintenance for the website, ensuring its continuous availability and performance.

Warranty service

We provide a 12-month warranty on the work performed, ensuring clients complete security and confidence in the functioning of the website after its launch.

Main goals
and project challenges

We started the project in October 2022, using the information architecture and brand book provided by Solar Alliance as a starting point for our work. Throughout the project, we communicated with the Solar Alliance team using Basecamp, which allowed us to manage the project efficiently and collaboratively.

To achieve our goal, we designed and implemented the website using WordPress as a CMS and Advanced Custom Fields, ensuring that the Solar Alliance team could easily update and manage the website’s content. We also took care of website maintenance, security, backups, and SEO optimization, providing the Solar Alliance team with peace of mind and allowing them to focus on their core mission.

Enhanced Collaboration

Facilitate enhanced collaboration among stakeholders within the solar energy sector by providing interactive communication channels and project management tools on the online platform.

Market Expansion Support

Support the expansion of solar energy companies into new markets by providing market analysis tools, regulatory compliance resources, and access to industry networks through the online platform.

Data-driven Decision Making

Implement data analytics capabilities to empower Solar Alliance with actionable insights for informed decision-making and performance optimization.

Functionality

The idea of green energy

One of the primary objectives of the new website was to build awareness about the Solar Alliance. To accomplish this, we created a design that incorporated elements and colours related to the European Union and the EIT InnoEnergy website, the leader of the Solar Alliance. This approach created a cohesive and visually appealing website that reinforced the Solar Alliance’s identity.

The website’s homepage included a menu and footer, cookies, popups, and a favicon. To create an engaging user experience, we included a hero slider and a call-to-action button, key information about ESIA, a founders module, latest news, and upcoming events. These design elements allowed visitors to quickly and easily find the information they needed about the Solar Alliance.

Energy community

One of the most important functions of the website was the ability to provide users with quick access to the latest information on events and activities conducted by the Solar Alliance. We also integrated a contact form with HubSpot, ensuring that Solar Alliance could manage and track website visitors’ inquiries efficiently.

Additionally, we managed the website security to ensure that Solar Alliance’s digital presence was always safe and secure. We also optimized the website for search engines, making it easier for people to find Solar Alliance online.

The subpage presented on the iPhone contains the latest news and events related to Solar Alliance.

Partners

Another section worth mentioning is “Meet our Members”, where users can find the many members who are part of the Solar Alliance community. These members consist of a diverse group of companies, including leading solar panel manufacturers, technology firms, and research institutions from across the European Union. Through this section, visitors to the website can gain insight into the extensive work that these companies are doing to further solar energy technology and research, as well as learn more about their individual missions, visions, and areas of expertise. By highlighting these members, Solar Alliance is not only raising awareness about their work but also promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing among the members themselves, leading to further advancements in the field of solar energy.

Summary

Overall, we are proud to have worked with Solar Alliance to create a website that helps them achieve their mission of facilitating innovation-led expansion of a resilient industrial solar value chain in the EU. Our website design and functionalities made it easier for visitors to find and access information about Solar Alliance activities, raising awareness of the initiative.

The website’s responsive design allowed visitors to access information from any device, whether it’s a computer, tablet, or smartphone. The addition of the contact form and PDF files enabled visitors to engage with Solar Alliance and learn more about their activities.

At Smultron software house, we believe that technology can help create a more sustainable future. Our partnership with Solar Alliance is an example of how we can support this mission by building sustainable websites that showcase the initiative’s work and activities. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Solar Alliance and supporting their mission through the ongoing maintenance and optimization of their website.

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