Who we are and what drives us
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We started in 2016 with a specific problem in mind
Back then, Idris Tan was trying to install a rooftop solar system at his office in Kuala Lumpur. He found plenty of theoretical information online but almost nothing that explained how to actually size inverters for tropical humidity, calculate shading losses from nearby buildings, or navigate TNB interconnection requirements. The disconnect between textbook knowledge and practical implementation was frustrating. Most educational resources assumed ideal conditions that didn't exist in dense urban environments.
That gap led to Lyriconova. We built an online platform where working professionals could learn solar energy through detailed analysis of real installation scenarios. Our seminars don't just cover wattage calculations and efficiency ratings. They walk through actual project decisions: choosing between string inverters and microinverters for buildings with partial shade, understanding how monsoon weather patterns affect energy production forecasts, and interpreting utility tariff structures to calculate realistic payback periods. Participants work through case studies based on installations we've documented across Kuala Lumpur's commercial districts.
We launched with three core courses focused on residential and small commercial systems. Over the years, we added content on battery storage integration, grid-tied system monitoring, and maintenance protocols specific to high-humidity climates. Each course includes discussion forums where participants compare notes on supplier reliability, permitting experiences, and performance data from their own projects. The platform has become a space where people share practical knowledge that doesn't make it into manufacturer datasheets or government guidelines.
Today we're still based in Kuala Lumpur, serving learners who need technical depth without academic formality. Our courses assume you're already motivated and just need the specific information to make informed decisions about solar installations. We focus on the details that matter when you're actually spending money on equipment and dealing with local regulations. Nothing here promises to revolutionize your life or transform your career. We just try to provide the detailed technical information we couldn't find back in 2016 when this whole thing started.
People keeping everything running
Linus Bergqvist
Linus spent over a decade working with photovoltaic system integrators before joining Lyriconova. He focuses on keeping course materials aligned with current equipment specifications and real-world performance data. His background in energy analytics helps participants understand how theoretical efficiency ratings translate to actual production numbers in tropical climates.
Viktor Zajac
Viktor facilitates our interactive seminar sessions and discussion forums. He's installed systems ranging from small residential arrays to 50kW commercial installations across Selangor and brings that hands-on perspective to course content. His experience with grid interconnection processes and utility coordination helps participants navigate the administrative side of solar projects.
How we got here
Platform launch with basic residential courses
Started with three core courses covering residential system design, equipment selection, and installation fundamentals. Initial content focused on 3-7kW systems typical for Malaysian terrace houses and small offices. We documented twelve local installations to create realistic case studies showing actual costs, timelines, and performance data.
Added commercial system content
Expanded course library to include larger commercial installations up to 100kW. Developed modules on three-phase systems, load management, and demand charge optimization. Started tracking long-term performance data from participating installations to show realistic degradation rates and maintenance requirements over two-year periods.
Introduced battery storage and hybrid systems
Created detailed content on lithium battery integration, charge controller selection, and backup power configurations. Courses covered sizing battery banks for specific load profiles, understanding depth-of-discharge impacts on lifespan, and comparing grid-tied versus off-grid economics. Added real monitoring data showing actual backup performance during utility outages.
Launched advanced monitoring and maintenance track
Developed courses on system monitoring platforms, inverter diagnostics, and preventive maintenance protocols. Content includes interpreting production data to identify underperforming panels, troubleshooting common issues like hot spots and connection failures, and establishing cleaning schedules based on local dust and pollution levels. We documented typical failure modes from 50+ installations over five years.
Ongoing content updates and discussion forums
We continuously update courses as equipment standards change and new technologies become available. Recent additions cover bifacial panel performance in urban settings, rapid shutdown requirements, and evolving utility interconnection standards. Discussion forums remain active with participants sharing installation experiences, supplier recommendations, and actual performance data from their systems.
What guides how we build courses
Practical detail over theory
We focus on information you'll actually use during real installations. Our courses explain how to handle specific scenarios like calculating voltage drop in long wire runs, accounting for thermal derating in hot climates, and sizing conduit for local electrical codes. Theory matters when it helps you make better decisions about equipment and installation methods.
Real data from actual systems
Course examples come from documented installations with real production numbers, actual costs, and measured performance over time. We show what 4.5kW systems really produce during monsoon season, how different roof orientations affect annual output, and what maintenance issues show up after three years of operation. Numbers come from monitoring data, not manufacturer specs.
Local context and regulations
Content addresses specifics of installing solar systems in Malaysian urban environments. We cover TNB interconnection procedures, local permitting requirements, and equipment that works well in high humidity with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Courses explain tariff structures, net metering policies, and how to calculate realistic payback periods using actual utility rates.
Discussion over lectures
Participants share experiences from their own projects through forum discussions. These conversations cover topics like reliable local suppliers, actual installation costs versus quotes, and real-world performance compared to initial estimates. The collective knowledge from people actually doing installations often provides more useful insights than any prepared course material.
Equipment comparisons with specifics
We compare actual products available in local markets with detailed technical specifications, pricing data, and performance characteristics. Courses explain differences between string inverters and microinverters for specific roof layouts, monocrystalline versus polycrystalline panels for budget constraints, and various battery chemistries for different backup requirements. Comparisons include real-world efficiency measurements and warranty terms.
Honest about limitations
We're clear about what solar can and can't do in urban settings. Content discusses shading losses from surrounding buildings, space constraints on small roofs, and situations where solar installations don't make economic sense. We explain realistic production expectations, actual maintenance requirements, and common problems that occur during long-term operation. No promises about guaranteed savings or perfect reliability.
How we structure learning
Our courses combine detailed technical content with practical application. Each module covers specific aspects of solar system design and installation, using documented case studies from actual projects. You work through sizing calculations, equipment selection decisions, and installation planning using real building data and local climate conditions. The process mirrors what you'd encounter when implementing your own system.
Discussion forums let you compare approaches with other participants. People share their installation experiences, equipment choices, and performance data. These conversations often surface practical details that don't appear in official documentation: which suppliers actually deliver on time, how long permitting really takes, what installation costs look like after final accounting. The forums have become a knowledge base of collective experience.
- Technical modules with real system specifications and documented performance data
- Case studies from installations across different building types and roof configurations
- Calculation tools for sizing arrays, selecting inverters, and estimating production
- Active forums where participants discuss ongoing projects and share lessons learned
- Equipment databases with local availability, current pricing, and technical comparisons
- Updates as regulations change and new technologies become available in local markets