Revolutionizing Solar Site Surveys with Drones & AI | Gagan Nanua | Solar Survey AI

In this episode of the Drone On podcast, host Will Gilliland sits down with Gagan Nanua from Solar Survey AI to explore how drones and artificial intelligence are reshaping the solar energy industry. Learn how Solar Survey AI is streamlining solar site assessments for both residential and utility-scale solar farms using drones combined with 3D modeling and smart automation. Gagan shares insights into the company’s use of an autonomous drone platform, challenges of surveying in tough environments, and how their team is building a proprietary fixed-wing drone system for large-scale solar mapping. Whether you're in solar development, drone operations, or just interested in cutting-edge clean technology, this conversation offers a deep dive into the future of renewable energy surveying.

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📌 Topics Covered: Gagan’s journey from aspiring pilot to drone tech innovator

How drones are improving safety, speed, and accuracy in solar surveys

AI and 3D modeling for rooftop solar assessments

Utility solar farm challenges and autonomous drone deployment

Partnerships with solar installation companies and international expansion

Advice for getting started in the drone industry

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