01 / SOLAR PV
Photovoltaic System Reviews
Review of PV design concepts, technical specifications, single-line diagrams, electrical protection, installation safety and commissioning requirements.
Independent International Consulting
Solar PV, Battery Storage & Fire Safety Expertise
Independent technical advisory, fire and life safety risk assessments, and compliance reviews for photovoltaic and battery energy storage projects worldwide.
Request a ConsultationExplore ServicesWhat I Do
Specialized Consulting Services
Practical, independent technical support throughout the project lifecycle, from concept design and procurement to installation review, commissioning and handover.
02 / ENERGY STORAGE
Battery Energy Storage Systems
BESS technical and fire safety risk reviews, system integration, protection measures, emergency isolation and safe operating concepts.
03 / FIRE & LIFE SAFETY
Fire Safety & Risk Assessment
Assessment of fire hazards, DC arc-fault protection, emergency shutdown, detection and suppression interfaces, and relevant IEC, NFPA and other applicable requirements.
04 / INDEPENDENT ADVISORY
Project Due Diligence & Compliance
Independent review of tender documentation, contractor submissions, design compliance, site findings, outstanding issues and technical close-out documentation.
About the Consultant
Miroslav Hrenovcik
Independent International Consultant — Solar PV, BESS & Fire Safety
With more than 15 years of international experience in facility management, technical infrastructure and renewable energy projects, I support clients in identifying safety risks and improving the technical quality and resilience of their installations.
My experience includes assignments involving international development organizations, including the World Bank Group and UN-related projects, across multiple regions.
Based in Slovakia and available for international assignments and remote technical reviews.
Technical Focus
Key Areas of Expertise
Technical reviews are tailored to the applicable local regulations, project specifications and relevant international standards.
Electrical ProtectionArc-fault detection, grounding, surge protection, isolation and system coordination.
Emergency PreparednessShutdown philosophy, fire alarm interfaces, signage and emergency response considerations.
Project AssuranceDesign documentation, contractor submittals, commissioning tests and technical close-out.
Selected Project Experience
International Solar PV Projects
Selected assignments illustrate experience in technical feasibility, project management, PV technology assessment and advisory services. Descriptions reflect the consultant’s actual role, not ownership or delivery of the installations.
TIMOR-LESTE · UN HOUSE · 2014
Solar PV Feasibility & Technical Assessment
Initial assessment of solar energy potential for the UN House in Dili, including energy demand, indicative system sizing, cost considerations and technical and procurement planning. The analysis informed subsequent project discussions and design.
Role: Independent feasibility and technical advisory consultant. The later installation and commissioning were not part of this assignment.
TAJIKISTAN–AFGHANISTAN BORDER · EU-FUNDED BOMCA PROJECT
Djomarji Bolo Border Crossing – Solar PV
Solar photovoltaic installation supporting a remote border-crossing facility in the mountainous Tajikistan–Afghanistan border region.
Role: Project management and technical coordination, as confirmed by the project consultant.
Programme: EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA).
SLOVAKIA · UNDP · 2008–2009
UNDP Regional Centre Rooftop PV
Project management of a 10.2 kWp rooftop solar PV installation, from feasibility and regulatory review to procurement preparation and construction supervision, as documented in the professional reference. In addition, provided technical advisory support for UNDP regional activities in Tajikistan, Cyprus, Ethiopia and South Sudan.
IRAQ · UNDP · 2015–2016
Solar PV Technical Advisory
PV technology evaluation, support to technical specifications and procurement, and technical guidance and stakeholder consultations under a GEF-funded solar PV initiative.
Documented Experience
Professional References
The following professional references document earlier consulting and project work. They are presented as historical references and do not imply endorsement of PVMIRO by the organizations.
Andrey Pogrebnyak
Operations Manager
Reference describing management and supervision of a 10.2 kWp rooftop solar PV project and wider advisory experience in solar energy.
Knut Ostby
UNDP Resident Representative and UN Resident Coordinator
Reference recognizing the initial solar PV analysis and recommendations for UN House in Dili, supporting subsequent planning and project design.
Md. Tarik Ul-Islam
Portfolio Manager, Environment, Energy and Climate Change
Confirmation of technical support to PV evaluation, specifications, procurement and stakeholder consultations during 2015–2016.
Bc. Lukáš Belica
Fire Crew Commander, Fire & Rescue Unit of the Capital City of Bratislava
Acknowledgement for facilitating a technical familiarisation visit to premises equipped with photovoltaic installations, helping firefighters better understand PV systems and contributing to a safer environment in the city.
Based on an unofficial English translation of a professional thank-you email; not a certification or official endorsement.
Copies of signed professional reference letters can be made available upon request. Organizational names are used solely to identify previous assignments.
Get in Touch
Discuss Your Project
For independent technical reviews, project advisory or fire safety consulting, please contact me by email with a brief description of your project.
Email: [email protected]
Slovakia · International assignments and remote consulting
Send a Project Enquiry
Please complete the form below. Fields marked * are required.
The form is processed by FormSubmit, a third-party service. Do not include sensitive or confidential project information. The first submission may require the site owner to activate email delivery.