I'm not going to pretend I completely understand the science behind it, but I was reading your list of applications it can relate to and was reminded of an article awhile back about the solar convention in Vegas.
In the article they mentioned we're reaching the point soon where we'll be able to pick between panels that work better in rain areas, cloudy areas or straight sun areas.
I'm thinking your plan if already tracking panels around the world will give people the data they need to make that choice.
"Your neighbours panels told us they should be spread out more..."