Revolutionary conversational AI platform P2Chat reduces operational complexity and unlocks autonomous solar farm management
P2AgentX, an Australian cleantech innovator spun out from the University of New South Wales, today announced the commercial launch of P2Chat, an AI-native platform designed to transform utility-scale solar operations through intelligent automation and conversational simplicity.
The announcement comes as the global solar industry grapples with a critical challenge: while solar capacity has surged past 2 terawatts globally (International Energy Agency [IEA], 2025), billions of dollars in revenue are being lost annually to preventable underperformance.
The $10 Billion Problem
According to Raptor Maps’ 2025 Global Solar Report, the industry experienced approximately $10 billion in revenue losses during 2024 due to equipment underperformance and unresolved faults (Kennedy, 2025). Analysis of 193 gigawatts of utility-scale solar assets revealed that the average solar facility lost $5,720 per megawatt in annualised losses, with power losses increasing from 1.84% in 2020 to 5.77% in 2024.
These losses stem from equipment failures, delayed fault detection, and a growing workforce shortage that cannot keep pace with the industry’s explosive growth. The IEA reports that over 600 gigawatts of new solar capacity was installed in 2024 alone (IEA, 2025), yet operational capability continues to lag behind deployment rates.
“The solar industry has proven it can build capacity at unprecedented speed,” said Dr Jim Joseph John, CEO and Co-Founder of P2AgentX. “What’s been missing is the operational intelligence to ensure those assets perform at their full potential. That’s what we’re solving with P2Chat.”
P2Chat: Simplicity Meets Intelligence
P2Chat is built on the principle that managing complex solar operations shouldn’t require complex tools. The platform replaces traditional monitoring dashboards and cumbersome asset management systems with a natural language interface that enables operators, engineers, and executives to access critical insights through simple conversation.
The platform’s capabilities include:
Instant Access to Operational Data: P2Chat connects directly to SCADA systems, historical performance data, and project documentation, providing immediate answers to questions about plant performance, equipment status, and operational trends.
Automated Fault Detection: The platform continuously monitors solar farm operations, identifying anomalies and equipment issues before they escalate into significant production losses. During pilot deployments, P2Chat has detected critical faults including irradiance sensor errors and inverter underperformance that would have otherwise gone unnoticed for extended periods.
Intelligent Work Order Generation: Rather than requiring operators to manually diagnose issues and create maintenance tickets, P2Chat automatically generates detailed work orders with recommended actions, priority levels, and supporting data.
Minimal Training Requirements: Unlike conventional asset management platforms that require extensive specialist training, P2Chat can be deployed and used effectively by operations and maintenance teams, engineering staff, and executive leadership with less than one hour of onboarding.
Proven Results in Live Deployments
P2Chat is already operational across two commercial solar farms, delivering measurable improvements in operational efficiency. Routine analysis tasks that previously required 40 or more hours per month have been reduced to under five minutes, freeing technical staff to focus on higher-value activities and strategic decision-making.
“What makes P2Chat truly transformative is its accessibility,” explained Professor Bram Hoex, Co-Founder and Director of P2AgentX, and Deputy Head of UNSW’s School of Photovoltaics and Renewable Energy Engineering. “We’ve democratised access to sophisticated analytics and operational intelligence. You no longer need to be a specialist to understand what’s happening at your solar farm or what needs to be done about it.”
A Vision for Autonomous Solar Operations
P2AgentX’s launch of P2Chat represents the first step in a broader vision: achieving fully autonomous solar farm operations where AI and robotics work seamlessly alongside human expertise to optimise performance, reduce costs, and maximise energy generation.
The company’s roadmap envisions progressive levels of automation, moving from today’s assisted operations through partial automation and conditional automation, ultimately reaching high automation where routine inspections, maintenance activities, and operational decisions are handled autonomously with human oversight reserved for complex scenarios and strategic decisions.
This approach aligns with the solar industry’s urgent need to scale operations while controlling costs. With the IEA projecting continued rapid growth in solar deployment, and Raptor Maps reporting that equipment-related underperformance has increased by 214% between 2019 and 2024 (Kennedy, 2025), the case for intelligent automation has never been stronger.
Building on Deep Expertise
P2AgentX brings together world-class expertise in solar photovoltaics, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy systems. The founding team includes:
Dr Jim Joseph John, CEO and Co-Founder, brings over ten years of experience in photovoltaic performance and reliability across major projects in India, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, China, and Australia. He previously served as project adviser and research lead on the Mohammed bin Rashid Solar Park in Dubai, one of the world’s largest solar developments, and has published more than 70 scientific papers with three granted patents.
Professor Bram Hoex, Co-Founder and Director, serves as Deputy Head of UNSW’s School of Photovoltaics and Renewable Energy Engineering, where he leads a research group of more than 20 researchers focused on high-efficiency solar cells, photovoltaic reliability, yield modelling, and applied artificial intelligence. His work has generated more than 300 scientific publications cited over 11,000 times, and he was recognised in Renewable Energy World’s “Solar 40 under 40” in 2018.
The team is supported by solar researchers, AI engineers, and robotics specialists developing the next generation of autonomous systems for renewable energy operations.
Industry Response and Partnerships
P2AgentX is actively engaging with solar asset owners, operations and maintenance providers, and industry stakeholders to scale deployment of P2Chat across Australia and internationally. The company has already established partnerships with major solar operators and is in discussions with additional organisations seeking to improve operational performance and reduce costs.
“The response from the industry has been overwhelmingly positive,” noted Dr John. “Asset owners recognise that as their portfolios grow, traditional operational approaches simply won’t scale. They need intelligent systems that can deliver insights and drive actions without requiring proportional increases in specialised personnel.”
Join the Revolution
P2AgentX invites solar industry professionals, investors, and potential partners to connect and explore how P2Chat can transform their operations.
Visit P2AgentX at All-Energy Australia 2025: Meet the team at Stand NN151 to see P2Chat in action and discuss deployment opportunities.
Book a Demonstration: Experience P2Chat’s capabilities firsthand by scheduling a personalised demonstration at here – Book a Demonstration.
Explore Partnership Opportunities: Whether you’re a solar asset owner, operations provider, or technology partner, P2AgentX is seeking collaborative relationships to advance autonomous solar operations. Partner with us.
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About P2AgentX
P2AgentX is an Australian cleantech company developing artificial intelligence and robotics solutions for autonomous solar farm operations. Spun out from the University of New South Wales, P2AgentX combines world-leading expertise in photovoltaics, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy systems to build the most intelligent, autonomous, and user-friendly platform for managing solar power plants globally. The company’s flagship product, P2Chat, is already operational across commercial solar farms, delivering measurable improvements in operational efficiency and fault detection.
References
International Energy Agency. (2025). Snapshot of Global PV Markets 2025. IEA Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme. https://www.iea-pvps.org/
Kennedy, R. (2025, March 5). U.S. solar facilities lost $5,720 per MW to equipment underperformance in 2024. PV Magazine USA. https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2025/03/05/u-s-solar-facilities-lost-5720-per-mw-to-equipment-underperformance-in-2024/
Raptor Maps. (2025). Global Solar Report 2025: The state of PV performance. https://raptormaps.com/resources/global-solar-report-2025
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