The potential of cutting-edge Floating-PV technology
BayWa r.e. has pioneered its use in Europe.
The floating solar systems have enormous potential for our numerous lakes and reservoirs
Floating-PV technology installs solar panels on bodies of water, such as lakes or reservoirs. This method takes advantage of unused areas of water to generate electricity and can offer huge benefits to its users.
Our company has developed 75% of all the floating solar installations in Europe.
Floating-PV plays a key role in Spain’s energy transition. Given the vast amounts of unused reservoirs and bodies of water, along with over 3,000 hours of sunshine per year in our country, there is immense potential to harness green energy.
At BayWa r.e., we are pioneers in the Floating-PV market. With extensive experience gained from projects implemented worldwide, our expertise in this field is unmatched.
Floating-PV projects represent an important part of our strategy.
What is Floating-PV?
Advantages of Floating-PV
Renewable and reliable electricity
Long-term, sustainable, and competitive energy supply.
Land optimisation
Owners of artificial lakes obtain new sources of income.
Increased performance
The cooling effect of the water can increase energy generation efficiency.
Support for decarbonisation
It contributes to reaching the emission reduction targets in line with the European Green Deal.
Fast installation and lower costs
Floating-PV technology incurs fewer production and maintenance costs compared to other plants.
Environmental benefits
Floating-PV reduces water evaporation, algae growth, and shoreline erosion without harming marine biodiversity.
Zim Float: Our proprietary Floating-PV solution
BayWa r.e. has worked with Zimmermann PV-Stahlbau GmbH & Co to develop Zim Float, a large-scale floating substructure which enables photovoltaic plants to be installed on good quality water surfaces with utmost care and attention to detail.
Find out about our Floating-PV systems
At BayWa r.e., we leverage our expertise and experience to support every project throughout its entire life cycle:
Planning and technical consultation
Analysis and report creation
Project development
Long-term partner recruitment
Financing
Direct marketing
Power purchase agreements (PPAs)
Operations management
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