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Estimating surface solar irradiance over Estonia with next-generation satellites and deep learning

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As solar power capacity continues to grow across Estonia and Europe, knowing how much sunlight actually reaches the ground becomes increasingly important. Accurate irradiance estimates help solar park operators monitor production, detect faults, and improve energy planning. Yet measuring sunlight everywhere with ground instruments alone is impossible. The challenge lies in estimating Surface Solar Irradiance

How do we get more renewable energy into the grid without upgrading the infrastructure?

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The energy sector is changing fast. Daily headlines about green transition strategies, geopolitical shifts, and supply security make that clear. The transition to a carbon-neutral economy and local energy independence both depend on our ability to integrate renewables into existing power grids.  Today, grid operators manage renewable energy influx using a “static maximum” approach. Connection

How User Data Creates Better Products

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Many products and services fall short not because they’re unneeded, but because the user experience isn’t smooth or engaging enough. Analyzing user behavior helps reveal where a product excels – and where it needs improvement. A great example of this approach is a collaboration on the Multiplication Game. STACC analyzed user data to provide the

Data-Driven Approach Adds Value to the Sales Process

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As the share of renewable energy continues to grow, the need for large-scale energy storage solutions becomes increasingly critical. Ensuring energy security and maximizing profitability requires careful, data-driven planning of investments in energy production, storage, and consumption. Long-term decisions demand robust calculations – presented in a way that enables all stakeholders to make swift and

How to Ensure the Success of an AI Project

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Artificial intelligence projects are becoming an essential part of digital transformation, but ensuring their success requires more than just cutting-edge technology. At STACC, we’ve seen firsthand that successful AI implementations depend on clear goals, strong collaboration, and a structured approach. The building blocks of a successful AI project A well-executed AI project starts with a

The Rapid Growth of eTerminal Drives The Need for Automation

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The electricity market has developed rapidly in recent years, creating new opportunities but also bringing complex challenges. Market participants must manage vast amounts of data daily – from real-time prices and consumption forecasts to production volumes. In such conditions, manual data processing is both time-consuming and prone to errors, directly impacting a company’s efficiency and

Data Cleaning in Retail: The Foundation of AI Implementation

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High-quality data is essential for successfully applying machine learning or AI and building reliable, efficient systems. In retail, where quick decision-making and precision directly impact a company’s profitability, data quality is critical. However, data is rarely perfectly structured, consistent, or error-free. The success of machine learning and AI projects heavily depends on thorough data cleaning.

Smart Search Supports Policymakers’ Work

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Policymaking requires access to high-quality, relevant information. But how can critical data be identified amidst an ever-growing volume of content? This challenge prompted the Government Office of Estonia to commission STACC and TEXTA to develop a solution. The result: a prototype of a semantic search tool that enables civil servants to find information faster, easier,

Data-Driven Shopping Experience: How Coop Eesti Increases Customer Loyalty?

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How can a retailer identify the products that keep customers coming back? In collaboration with Coop Eesti, STACC developed a data-driven solution that offers customers personalized product discounts based on their preferences. Leveraging machine learning, we designed an innovative model that personalizes the shopping experience and strengthens customer loyalty. This solution is unique in Estonia,