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Revolutionizing Land Surveying

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Solar farms represent the peak of renewable energy innovation. Solar farms' layout plays an important role because of their massive scale, often spanning vast areas with hundreds of thousands of points to survey and plan.

Solar Farms

[The CivDot and CivDot+](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots) are engineered to automate and redefine surveying in the solar landscape. With these autonomous robots, installers have increased the layout output by 8x and reduced costs by more than 50%.

From precise pre-drilling, pilling, and staging piles to installing fences, MV lines, and energy storage facilities, the robots are optimizing numerous aspects of solar farm development. 

What you lay out is what you build!


Civ Robotics in solar farms

Piling involves driving I beams into the ground to provide stability and support for suspended solar panels. 

Civ Robotics' GPS-equipped surveying robots help the crew swiftly identify where to pound the piles in the ground. It’s important that each pile is placed in the right spot with no room for error to ensure all solar arrays are aligned.

[CivDot+](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdot-plus) is a great tool for pile layout alongside standard pile drivers. Even with a GPS-enabled pile driver, marking the pile coordinates has many benefits:

- Avoid looking at the screen while driving
- Improve worker safety
- Increase piling productivity by 10%
- Double verify pile position and type



Piling


Staging in solar farms involves distributing piles close enough to the pile coordinate before piling. The process is applicable and useful for both GPS pile drivers and non-GPS pile drivers.   

The piles come in varying lengths per the project specifications and are identified with different colors. 

[CivDot](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdot) can mark locations for 3,000 piles per day within 4 inches accuracy, ensuring the right pile is  placed closer enough for the pile driver to pound. The CivDot takes the piles' design data, creates an optimized route, and marks the pile locations with spray paint. The operator can then install either colored flags, nails with whiskers, or stakes.


Carrying out pile staging activity with [CivDot](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdot) increases the pile driving efficiency. CivDot has helped improve the survey time up to six times for our clients like Bechtel.



Staging Piles (Shakeout)

Solar farms take up space. For example, a 220 MW (roughly 1,100 acres) takes up as much as 833 American football fields. With the solar market booming, many new projects are challenged by difficult site terrains made of rocky, dense, and full of caliche soils.

Pre-drilling becomes a necessary step. Pre-drilling is the process of drilling through rocks and hard soil to replace them with softer material that is easy to pound through for piling.  

It’s important to have an accurate layout of drilling locations so that the crews can work more efficiently. CivDot+ has an accuracy of 3/100’ (8 mm) and can pin-point up to 1,200 points per day.


Pre-Drilling

An alternative for drilling and piling when the terrain is harder. Ground screws are used to cut through the most challenging soil conditions. It requires a precise layout like piling. 




Ground Screws

Medium-voltage (MV) lines are installed to connect the solar panels and distribute the electricity generated. Proper design, installation, and maintenance of MV lines are essential to maximize the performance and reliability of solar energy systems.

[CivDot](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdot) can survey and lay out the location for trenching for MV lines. It can help prepare a real-scale blueprint with dashes for MV lines. 

MV Lines

Fencing around solar farms serves multiple purposes, from security and safety to ecological conservation. 

Civ Robotics’ robots help by efficiently locating points for fencing. The robots can accurately mark out the perimeter of the project, ensuring that the fence is properly placed without any gaps or overlaps. 


Fencing

Battery storage in solar farms refers to the use of rechargeable batteries to store excess energy generated by solar panels. This stored energy can then be used during peak demand or when there is less sunlight, making the solar farm more efficient and reliable.

Battery storage is placed on a leveled concrete slab, which requires creating a new foundation or framework. Civ Robotics shows construction workers where to cast the concrete for battery storage. 

Battery Storage

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Earthworks

Trenching is the process of digging narrow channels or trenches in the ground for diverse purposes, such as installing underground utilities, laying cables, pipes, or conduits, and creating drainage systems.

Civ Robotics’ autonomous surveying solution draws trench lines in realscale across various project types, job sites, and challenging environments. It offers a faster, safer, more accurate, and cost-effective solution. It helps measure the ground elevation and guides the field crew on how deep to dig.

Trenching

Topo or topographic surveying is the measurement and mapping of the physical features and contours of the land surface. Topo helps provide detailed information about the terrain, such as elevation changes and slopes. 

[Civ Robots](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots) measure the ground elevation  at every coordinate they mark. In addition, users can also enable Civ Robots to continuously measure the ground at predefined time and distance while in motion. 

TOPO

Cut and fill refers to the process of excavating earth material (cut) from one area of a site and using it to fill (fill) another area to achieve desired grades, slopes, or contours. 

[Civ Robots](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots) help with grade checking using delta elevation feature.


Cut & Fill

Grade checking is the process of ensuring the vertical accuracy of the finished surface grades or elevations according to design specifications. 

[CivDot](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdot) helps in grade checking with elevation differences. 

Grade Checking

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Ground Improvements

Commonly used in construction to prepare the ground for foundations, roadways, and other structures, dynamic compaction is a technique that densifies soils. It involves filling materials by dropping a heavy weight from a significant height. The process reduces the void in the soil, leading to increased density, strength, and stiffness. 

Civ Robotics’ [autonomous robots](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots) are useful in accurately laying out where to drop heavy weights in a common pattern of either 5’ by 5’ or 10’ by 10’

Dynamic Compaction

Ground improvement technique used to provide a short path for water to escape from soil. Wick drains are narrow, perforated, corrugated plastic or synthetic strips wrapped in a geotextile fabric. 

Civ Robotics’ precision in land surveying and layout is invaluable in planning and executing the installation of 10,000 to 100,000 wick drains, ensuring the ground improvement process is conducted efficiently and accurately.  



Wick Drain

A technique used to enhance the strength, stiffness, and overall performance of soil. Particularly useful in areas with compressible soil conditions, columns improve the load-bearing capacity of the ground and reduce settlement. Some examples of columns include Controlled modulus columns, Stone columns, and bi-modulus columns. 


Civ Robotics’ technology helps in the planning and installation of columns by offering millimeter-level accuracy in land surveying and layout coordinates. Precise placement of columns is crucial for improving soil stability and support for future constructions. 


Columns

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Airport striping is an important part of the airfield’s visual aids. The primary goal of these markings is to enhance visibility and reduce runway violations

Airport Striping

[CivDash](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdash) is used for pre-marking runways, taxiways, and apron markings. CivDash allows crew members to work from a safe distance (up to 100’ away). Instead of marking points every 20 feet, lay striping area with lines.

[CivDash](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdash) can mark with a sub-inch accuracy and work four times faster than the traditional, manual method.  

Airport striping often occurs at night, when air traffic is reduced. In these time-sensitive scenarios, every second matters, and CivDash’s ability to work quickly and accurately is invaluable.

Airports

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Road striping, often referred to as road marking, is a fundamental aspect of road construction and maintenance. It is an intricate process that requires accurate placement and clear visibility. 

With the manual process of road marking, which requires pulling strings and measuring tapes, contractors achieve approximately 0.7 miles of markings per hour.

Road

[CivDash](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdash), a robot built for roads, automates the road layout workflow. It can mark up to 25 miles of lines in a single workday, maintaining a sub-inch accuracy.

- Mitigate risks and ensure worker safety with remote operations away from live traffic
- Equip the striping crew with full-scale drawings on the ground instead of points every 20’ for quicker, seamless striping, and say goodbye to pulling tapes.  
- Increase reliability and eliminate costly rework.



Road Marking

Guardrails are protective barriers placed along roadsides and elevated platforms to prevent accidents and falls, enhancing safety for pedestrians and vehicles alike.

[CivDash](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdash) helps by efficiently locating points and lines. The robot can accurately locate and mark points, dashes and solid lines along the desired path for installation, ensuring guardrails and barriers are positioned accurately meeting safety standards and regulatory requirements.


Guardrails and Barriers

Curb and gutter form the edges of roadways, with the curb serving as a raised barrier and the gutter providing a channel for stormwater runoff. They help maintain road structure, improve drainage, and guide traffic flow efficiently.

[CivDash](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdash) can assist in laying out curb and gutter by accurately mapping the desired alignment and elevation of the roadway edges.

Curb and Gutter

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Parking lot striping is managing and organizing parking lot spaces for better traffic flow. It involves measuring and applying lines, symbols, and directives to surface parking areas. 



Parking Lots Striping

Precision is the key to parking lot striping. Clear markings help prevent accidents by guiding vehicles and pedestrians, driving lanes, pedestrian crossings, and loading zones.

Parking lots require constant restriping, with CivDash contractors can create and save the mission once and re-stripe as needed.

Civ Robotics’ robot [CivDash](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdash) is designed to ensure sub-inch accuracy, eliminating errors. As a result:
- It surpasses traditional methods in both precision and efficiency.
- It allows for projects to begin striping sooner thanks to the increase in layout speed.
- Ensures worker safety with remote operations.


Civ Robotics for Parking Lot Striping

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Renewable energy has consistently been a key area of growth in the U.S., and solar power stands at the forefront of this transition. While Donald Trump's presidency was often associated with policies favoring traditional energy sources like coal and oil, his administration oversaw a remarkable expansion in solar energy, particularly utility-scale solar farms.

##### Solar Energy Growth Under Trump

Despite skepticism about the administration’s support for renewable energy, solar power flourished during its tenure. Key highlights include:

- Utility-scale solar farms, like Nevada’s Gemini Solar Project—the largest solar farm in U.S. history—received approval during this time, highlighting the continued prioritization of large-scale solar developments. 
- According to the [Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)](https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-solar-industry-downplays-climate-strategy-trump-era-2024-12-12/), the U.S. added over 50,000 MW of solar capacity between 2017 and 2021.
- Republican-leaning states like Texas, Florida, and Arizona became solar powerhouses, benefiting economically from investments in solar infrastructure and job creation.

While federal policies under Trump, such as tariffs on solar panels, posed challenges for parts of the industry, they also led to an increase in solar panel manufacturing in the U.S. to support the industry's growth. Despite these challenges, the broader market for solar farms continued to thrive, driven by declining costs and state-level incentives.


##### Red States Leading the Solar Charge
The growth of solar farms wasn’t confined to traditionally progressive states like California. Republican-leaning states became leaders in large-scale solar farm construction:

- **Texas**: A hub for utility-scale solar, with projects like the [Bechtel’s 218 MW Cutlass Solar 2 project](https://www.civrobotics.com/success-stories/safer-and-faster-surveying-with-civ-dot) driving energy production, and job creation. 
- **Florida**: Home to the Sunshine State’s aggressive solar expansion under Florida Power & Light’s “30-by-30” plan to install 30 million solar panels by 2030.

The economic impact of these projects is undeniable, bringing billions in investments, creating construction jobs, and generating ongoing revenue for local communities through tax benefits and land leases.


###### Why the Future May Favor Solar Expansion
Given the economic and political alignment of solar farm development with Republican-led states, it stands to reason that renewed leadership could foster further growth in the industry. Here’s why: 

- **Economic Wins in Key States:** Utility-scale solar projects generate local jobs Uand state revenue, particularly in regions that have historically supported the former president.
- **Energy Independence:** Diversifying energy sources aligns with long-held goals of reducing reliance on foreign imports. Solar farms, while traditionally linked to renewable advocates, contribute to this objective.
- **Rural Benefits:** Utility-scale solar farms often take root in rural areas, providing an economic lifeline to communities that align with conservative leadership.

##### Conclusion
Looking back, Trump’s presidency saw substantial solar energy growth, particularly in the construction of large-scale solar farms across Republican-led states. These projects provided jobs, boosted local economies, and cemented solar energy as a vital part of America’s energy mix.

There’s a strong case for continued support of utility-scale solar farms with the new office in action, particularly given their economic benefits for states that align with his base. The future of solar under Trump might not just be bright—it could be transformative for renewable energy in America.




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As the possibility of a new term for the former president comes into focus, it’s worth revisiting his surprising track record on solar growth and exploring what another term could mean for the construction and economic impact of solar farms, especially in states that have historically backed his leadership.

A Look at Utility-Scale Solar Farms Under New Presidency

Historically, technological advances have raised concerns about job losses, but they often create new opportunities. [McKinsey’s podcast](https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/future-of-work/what-can-history-teach-us-about-technology-and-jobs) highlights that computers, while replacing some jobs, have generated millions in hardware manufacturing, semiconductors, and tech-driven industries.

The rise of robotics and automation in the 21st century is sparking a similar societal upheaval about the future of work. While some fear job losses, lucky for us, the reality seems to be far more collaborative. 
Automation is turning out to empower workers in myriad ways - from reducing physical strain and improving efficiency to opening pathways for newer, higher-value roles.

Whether it’s construction, manufacturing, logistics, hospitality or healthcare, robots are taking over repetitive, tedious tasks and enabling humans to focus on roles with decision-making, creativity, and technical expertise.

Let’s take a closer look.

##### How Automation Redefines Work Across Industries

###### 1. Safer and Smarter Roles
Robots now perform hazardous tasks across multiple sectors ensuring safer workspace and freeing workers to take on more supervisor, technical, or analytical roles.

- **Construction:** Robots handle heavy lifting, creating digital twin maps, and layout marking, reducing risks for workers.
- **Manufacturing:** Automation on assembly lines eliminates repetitive strain injuries.
- **Logistics:** Robots sort, lift, and transport goods in warehouses, ensuring worker safety in high-demand environments. 


###### 2. Emerging Careers in Robotics
Automation creates new roles in every industry. For example, a construction worker who once measured land manually may now oversee autonomous surveying robots, combining industry experience with tech skills.

- **Robot Operators:** Workers manage and program autonomous systems. For example, every CivDot/ CivDot+ and CivDot Mini requires one operator.
- **Technicians:** Skilled professionals maintain and repair robotic equipment.
- **Data Analysts:** Specialists interpret data collected by robots to optimize processes.
- **Robotics Engineers:** professionals who design, build, maintain, and improve robots and robotic systems.
 

###### 3. Scaling Operations
Automation reduces physical strain by handling repetitive and laborious tasks. In industries like construction, where tasks like trenching or layout marking are physically demanding, robots make work less taxing. For example, Keeley Construction, a leader in civil infrastructure, [scaled its operations and doubled productivity by adopting Civ Robotics’ CivDot+.](https://www.civrobotics.com/success-stories/scaling-solar-keeley-s-civ-dot-story?utm_source=website&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=redefining-work-in-2025)

Access to technology also empowers workers, giving them tools to increase productivity and achieve a greater sense of accomplishment. Upskilling opportunities ensure workers stay relevant and thrive in their careers.

##### Industries Embracing the Human-Technology Collaboration 

###### Construction
Robots like Civ Robotics’ autonomous surveying systems are enhancing precision and efficiency. Drones and autonomous machines prepare sites, reducing the need for large labor crews while ensuring accuracy and safety. [Role of robotics in just solar farm construction](https://www.civrobotics.com/updates/role-of-robotics-in-accelerating-solar-farm-development?utm_source=website&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=redefining-work-in-2025) is expansive in improving efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

###### Manufacturing
Assembly lines have long relied on automation, but collaborative robots (cobots) are now working directly alongside humans, streamlining production without eliminating the human touch. 

###### Logistics and Warehousing
Companies like Amazon use robotics for sorting, packing, and transporting goods. These robots allow warehouses to operate efficiently despite labor shortages.

##### The Future of Human-Technology Collaboration

Automation isn’t just about machines replacing humans; it’s about [building partnerships](https://www.civrobotics.com/success-stories/mortenson-and-civ-dot-a-successful-partnership?utm_source=website&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=redefining-work-in-2025) that maximize efficiency, safety, and innovation. As robots take on repetitive and dangerous tasks, humans are free to focus on strategic, creative, and technical roles.

Industries adopting automation must prioritize training and upskilling to ensure their workforce is ready for the future. By embracing this collaboration, companies can improve productivity, worker satisfaction, and overall job quality.

This human-technology collaboration is redefining work across industries, proving that the future of work lies in harmony, not competition, between humans and machines.





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As industries embrace automation, the relationship between humans and machines is becoming increasingly collaborative. Far from replacing jobs, robotics is transforming the workplace by enabling workers to transition into safer, higher-skilled roles while creating more jobs and improving overall job quality.

Redefining Work in 2025: The Human-Technology Collaboration

Precision and flexibility are essential in road and highway projects, and the latest Offset Lines feature in CivPlan is here to help.

With this tool, you can create parallel lines at specified distances, making it easier than ever to establish road centerlines, align paving machines, and make on-the-fly adjustments—all crucial for complex layouts and seamless project execution.

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##### CREATE CENTERLINE: 
Establish a road’s centerline and align other road features parallel to it for symmetry and consistency.

##### ALIGN PAVING MACHINE:
Set varied offset lines from the centerline to guide paving machines through multiple asphalt layers, ensuring proper seam placement.

##### EDIT ON-THE-FLY:
Quickly adjust lines on-site to avoid obstacles or make corrections, saving time and reducing the need for costly design revisions.

Thank you for choosing Civ Robotics. We're dedicated to continuously enhancing our products to better serve your needs.

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Align, Adjust, and Execute with Ease—even on Remote Sites

Offset Lines for Roadwork

As the demand for renewable energy continues to soar, solar farms are expanding in both size and complexity. However, the development of solar farms - from land preparation to panel installation - remains a labor-intensive and time-consuming process. 

Robotics, in its various forms, has begun to address these challenges by streamlining several key steps, enhancing efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness. This blog explores the growing role of robotics and how it is shaping the future of solar renewable energy.


##### Surveying and Site Preparation
One of the first steps in developing a solar farm is site preparation and surveying, which traditionally requires extensive manual labor. Autonomous robots now play a crucial role in speeding up this process. 

Drones like those used by [DJI](https://enterprise.dji.com/surveying/land-surveying) and [Wingtra](https://wingtra.com/) offer aerial mapping for large solar farms, creating highly accurate maps. 

Civ Robotics’ [CivDot](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdot) and [CivDot+](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdot-plus) ground robots take the design and measurements and help mark coordinates for the piles of solar panels, greatly reducing the time required for these tasks.


##### Autonomous Earthmoving and Construction Robots
Robots are also revolutionizing earthmoving and construction, two of the most labor-intensive aspects of solar farm development. Autonomous equipment from companies like [Trimble](https://heavyindustry.trimble.com/en/products/civil-construction/machine-control) and [Doosan Infracore’s Concept-X](https://eu.develon-ce.com/en/innovation-concept-x) are used to dig trenches, move soil, and prepare the foundation for solar panel installation. 

These robots operate around the clock, cutting project times significantly. For example, [Caterpillar’s autonomous bulldozers](https://www.cat.com/en_US/by-industry/mining/surface-mining/surface-technology/command/command-dozing.html) have been deployed on large construction projects, and their use is expanding to solar farms where they can efficiently prepare land over vast areas.

By reducing reliance on manual labor and operating continuously, these machines help meet the demand for faster task completion, especially in locations facing labor shortages.


##### Robotic Panel Installation
In large-scale solar farms, using robots for panel installation ensures precise placement, reducing the need for manual adjustments and lowering the risk of errors.
Systems like [Maximo from AES](https://www.aes.com/maximo), and [Terafab from Terabase](https://www.terabase.energy/) are capable of installing hundreds of panels per day, helping solar farms scale up rapidly while maintaining accuracy and minimizing delays.


##### Maintenance and Monitoring
Once solar farms are operational, robots continue to provide value by maintaining and monitoring performance. Companies like [SolarCleano](https://solarcleano.com/en/) have specialized in autonomous solar panel cleaning robots that operate without water, making them ideal for dust-heavy environments. The robots are designed to work overnight to maximize solar panel efficiency without interrupting energy production​

For monitoring, [Zeitview](https://www.zeitview.com/), formerly known as DroneBase provides drone-based solar inspections. Their drones use infrared and thermal imaging to detect inefficiencies or damages in solar panels, allowing for quick interventions that prevent energy loss and reduce costs. This monitoring ensures solar farms operate at peak efficiency with minimal manual intervention​

Systems like these ensure that solar farms run at maximum efficiency while minimizing manual intervention.


##### Time and Cost Savings 
The impact of robotics on solar farm development goes beyond task automation—it delivers measurable time and cost savings. A combination of autonomous surveying, earthmoving, installation, and maintenance robots can reduce project timelines and lower labor costs. 

>A recent study by McKinsey highlighted that by incorporating advanced automation into solar farm construction, developers can expect labor costs to decrease by 20-30% and project completion times to shorten by 40%​

##### The Future of Solar Farm Development with Robotics
As solar farms continue to grow in scale, robotics will play an even more critical role. From surveying to panel installation and maintenance, robots are helping developers meet increasing energy demands efficiently. By embracing a wide range of robotic solutions, the solar industry can accelerate the transition to renewable energy while keeping costs under control and improving safety.




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Robotics is revolutionizing solar farm development by automating key processes, enhancing speed, precision, and cost-effectiveness. 

Role of Robotics in Accelerating Solar Farm Development

We know how critical it is to maintain precision when marking lines across multiple days or in sections.

With [CivDot Mini](https://www.civrobotics.com/robots/civdot-mini), you can confidently start a line one day and continue it the next without any visible joints or inconsistencies. 

Get seamless continuity with lines aligning perfectly from start to finish. So reliable that you’ll rarely need to rework any pre-marked lines. 

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##### CONSISTENCY: 
No more worries about inconsistent results over multiple passes.

##### PRECISION:
Mark every line with accuracy, saving time and avoiding costly mistakes.

##### RELIABILITY:
Eliminate second-guessing; help your team to keep moving without rework.

Thank you for choosing Civ Robotics. We're dedicated to continuously enhancing our products to better serve your needs.

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Set new standards with perfect line remarking.

Repeatability You Can Rely On

With advancements in robotics, AI, and automation, construction sites are starting to look very different. This raises a big question: Is technology replacing traditional construction jobs? The reality is more exciting and hopeful than you might think! 



##### How Technology is Changing Construction
The construction industry has experienced a massive leap in technological innovation. Picture this: drones flying overhead for site surveys, robots laying bricks, and AI systems managing entire projects. Comapnies like Civ Robotics are pushing the boundaries with autonomous land surveying robots that increase precision, and speed up solar farm layout. 

As James Barrett, Director of Applied Technology at Turner Construction Company, says: _"The construction industry is on the cusp of a digital revolution, with automation and robotics leading the charge in improving project outcomes."_

But is this a threat to jobs? Not really. In fact, with the [ongoing labor shortage in construction](https://www.abc.org/News-Media/News-Releases/construction-workforce-shortage-tops-half-a-million-in-2023-says-abc), where there’s a growing gap between labor required and labor available, technology is helping to fill the gap by making work easier and more efficient.



##### Is Technology Replacing Jobs? Not Exactly.
There’s a common misconception that robots take away jobs. In reality, they handle repetitive and risky tasks, freeing workers to focus on more rewarding, higher-value roles. For instance, with Civ Robotics' surveying robot, instead of manually surveying land, workers now operate and manage advanced surveying robots. 

###### Case Study Highlight: [Bechtel](https://www.civrobotics.com/success-stories/safer-and-faster-surveying-with-civ-dot?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=projects_bechtel)
At Bechtel's solar farm, the use of CivDot cut survey times in half, significantly improving project timelines and freeing surveyors to focus on strategic tasks.

According to a [2023 report](https://www.pv-tech.org/doe-us-solar-sector-adds-18401-jobs-in-2023-leading-energy-industry/) by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council , the U.S. solar industry saw a 5.3% job growth despite increased automation. This indicates that technology can coexist with human labor, evolving the workforce rather than replacing it.

> The U.S. solar industry saw a 5.3% job growth despite increased automation.



##### How Technology Helps Construction Workers
Technology makes construction work:

**Safer:** Robots take on dangerous tasks, reducing on-site accidents.

**Faster:** Automated solutions, like Civ Robotics' surveying systems, speed up processes, cutting down project times and costs.

**More Accurate:** Advanced tech ensures greater precision, crucial for solar farm installations.

By handling routine tasks, technology allows workers to upskill and take on roles like data analysis or robot operation—often with better pay.

> Technology can coexist with human labor, evolving the workforce rather than replacing it.



##### Upskilling: A New Opportunity
Here’s the good news: technology is opening up new career paths. Abigail Ross Hopper, President and CEO of the [Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)](https://seia.org/news/solar-jobs-census-2020/) shares: _"We have an opportunity to quadruple our workforce by incentivizing solar and storage deployment."_ Training programs are now available, helping workers adapt and thrive in this tech-driven environment.



##### So, Is Technology Replacing Jobs in Construction? 
No. It’s transforming them, and across various industries like road contruction, mining, commercial real estate development, advanced surveying, solar and more. Companies are using technology to make construction simpler, safer, precise, and more efficient. The future is about humans and machines working together for progress.


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Robotics and AI are transforming construction by automating tasks, enhancing efficiency, and creating new job opportunities. Instead of replacing workers, technology is reshaping roles for a more collaborative future.

Is Technology Replacing Jobs in Construction?

The future of solar energy is closely tied to political decisions, and the upcoming election could have a significant impact on its growth. With renewable energy at the forefront of global conversations, the policies shaped by the next administration will play a pivotal role in determining the accessibility, affordability, and innovation within the solar industry.

##### Policy Shifts and Solar Energy Adoption
Elections often bring about changes in regulatory frameworks, and this election will be no exception. Candidates who emphasize climate action may prioritize renewable energy policies, such as extending federal tax incentives for solar installations and promoting subsidies for clean energy research. These incentives could reduce costs for solar developers and consumers alike, accelerating the adoption of solar technologies across residential and commercial sectors.

However, a shift away from pro-renewable policies could slow this momentum. Without strong regulatory support, solar energy adoption could face challenges such as reduced funding and an increase in fossil fuel-friendly policies, which may hinder long-term growth.


##### The Role of Technology and Innovation
For comapanies that specialize in advancing solar farm operations technologies, the election could influence the pace of technological advancement. A government that supports innovation in renewable energy could lead to increased funding for research and development. This would open doors for greater efficiency in solar farm installation and operation, reducing both time and costs. As automation and robotics become integral to solar farm development, political support can significantly boost the integration of these cutting-edge technologies.


##### Economic Opportunities in Solar
The solar industry has created numerous job opportunities and driven economic growth, particularly in areas where solar farm development is on the rise. Election outcomes that favor renewable energy investments could create even more jobs, spurring economic benefits and reducing energy costs nationwide. According to the[ U.S. Energy and Employment Report (USEER)](https://www.energy.gov/articles/doe-report-shows-clean-energy-jobs-grew-more-twice-rate-overall-us-employment#:~:text=Key%20Takeaways&text=Both%20the%20solar%20and%20wind,growth%20in%20solar%20and%20wind.), among the clean energy sector jobs, solar showed the largest job gain and fastest growth rate expanding by 18,401 workers or 5.3% from previous year. Conversely, reduced support for the sector could limit these opportunities, making it harder for solar energy to compete with traditional energy sources.

>In 2023, solar showed the largest job gain and fastest growth rate expanding by 5.3% from 2022. 


##### The Stakes Are High
As voters consider their choices, it’s important to recognize how political outcomes will shape the future of solar energy. The decisions made in this election will influence the industry’s growth, technological innovation, and economic impact for years to come.

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How the Upcoming Election Could Shape the Future of Solar Energy: A Focus on Innovation and Efficiency

Upcoming Election and its Impact on Solar Energy

We’re thrilled to introduce a powerful enhancement to CivPlan that will revolutionize your DXF mission planning process.

##### WHAT'S NEW?

###### Bulk Selection & Cropping: 
Select and crop multiple objects in your DXF files with just a few clicks.

###### Efficient Workflow:
Save time by reducing prep time for your mission planning.

###### Simplified Process:
No more clicking on individual objects one by one—select everything at once.

This update is designed to optimize your experience, making it quicker and easier to prepare your mission plans. Whether you're dealing with smaller segments or laying out an entire site, CivPlan’s new feature will help you get the job done faster.

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##### WHY IT MATTERS:

###### Speed:
Spend less time clicking, more time planning.

###### Accuracy:
Easily trim areas to match your exact needs.

###### Simplicity:
A streamlined process with fewer steps.

Thank you for choosing Civ Robotics. We're dedicated to continuously enhancing our products to better serve your needs.

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Streamline your DXF mission planning with CivPlan's update for DXF files

Bulk Select & Crop DXF Files

Optimize your projects with CivDot Mini's new feature "Smart Start" which allows you to begin or resume your road-marking layouts from the nearest point. 
 

The update enables CivDot Mini to intelligently identify its current location and find the nearest point along the predefined road striping line. Once the closest point is determined, the robot starts or resumes the layout process from there.


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##### SAVE TIME
Start from the most convenient point and cut down on setup time.

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##### INCREASE EFFICIENCY
No more wasted trips to the beginning of the line.

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##### SEAMLESS OPERATIONS
Focus on getting the job done, not on logistics.


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Your shortcut to simplifying road layout and striping

Smart Start with CivDot Mini

We are thrilled to introduce the latest enhancement to CivDot Mini – the ability to create dashes on curved lines!


Mark 25 miles a day, streamline your project workflows and improve accuracy on paved pathways and roads.


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##### MORE FLEXIBILITY
Marking curves and complex layout a breeze.


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##### CUSTOMIZE YOUR LAYOUT
Adjust spacing intervals and dash length to tailor lines to your project needs. 



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Dashes on Curved Lines

With the updated CivPlan—a preinstalled software that makes data prep and field operation management easy for everyone, you can create precise lines from your mission points on a whim, streamlining your layout process and enhancing project efficiency. 

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##### SEAMLESS LINES
Select mission points and create solid, dashed, or custom spaced lines. 

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##### CUSTOMIZE YOUR LAYOUTS
Adjust spacing intervals and dash length to tailor lines to your project needs. Saving time and reducing errors. 


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Create Lines on the Fly

Ditch the limitations of traditional surveying and embrace the robust capabilities of Civ Robotics' CivDot and CivDot+. These robots are designed to go where others robots can't.  


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##### CONQUER CHALLENGING TERRAINS WITH EASE 
From icy frosts to muddy marshes, CivDot handles the toughest conditions


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##### EFFORTLESS OPERATION, OUTSTANDING RESULTS
With 10" ground clearance and wide traction tires, the inaccessible becomes accessible. Experience up to 1/3"-accurate surveying in any weather, boosting your project's efficiency and safety.


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##### SAFETY FIRST, NO MATTER THE WEATHER
Prioritizes your team’s safety, enabling operations in hazardous environments without compromising precision or pace. Enable your crew to focus on surrounding rather than the equipment. 


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Get Unmatched Terrain & Weather Adaptability

Per request from some of our users, CivDot+ now also supports spray paint.

Use CivDot+ with laser for 5 mm precision or with spray paint for jobs that require less precision. 

##### MORE UPDATES

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**Better Compatibility**
Civ Robot now works with multiple top branded GNSS receivers.

**Smarter Navigation**
Mission planning on CivPlan is now more seamless, ensuring quicker, smarter routes between coordinates. 





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Use CivDot+ as CivDot

Road marking isn't just about straight lines; it's about embracing the complexities of every project design.

With CivDash, curved lines are laid with the same sub-inch accuracy, ensuring that every twist and turn contributes to the safety and integrity of your roads, parking lots, airports, and more. 

Every line matters! 

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