Floating Solar BENEFITS
Efficient Land Use
Floating projects utilize unused water surfaces, conserving valuable land for other purposes. A typical project can power 1,000-3,000 homes.
Economic Benefits
A typical project can generate over a million dollars in lease revenue, hundreds of thousands of dollars in property tax revenue, and dozens of construction jobs over its lifetime.
Eco Friendly
Floating solar materials are compliant with fresh and natural water standards. The coverings provide shading that decreases water temperature, reduces evaporation to save water, and slows harmful algae growth. The pontoons are created from recyclable materials and easily removed at the end of the project.
Existing Technology
Our systems combine traditional solar equipment with pontoons - no new technology is utilized. Over 2000 acres of floating solar projects have been installed worldwide in recent years, and these systems make economic sense for utilities and pond owners in 2020.
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DNV GL: Recommended Practice for Floating Solar Power Plants
We are excited to be part of this joint industry project - floating solar potential is huge and bringing recommended practices to the industry will help accelerate adoption in a meaningful way.