Soltec, Fraunhofer ISE Revolutionize Concentrating PV with New Prototype

• Soltec and Fraunhofer ISE revolutionize solar energy with cutting-edge CPV technology, boosting efficiency by 30% and opening new possibilities for solar power integration.

Soltec and Fraunhofer ISE have partnered to develop a new prototype for concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) technology, with the latest micro-CPV modules reaching 36.5% conversion efficiency. The project aims to increase electricity generation by 30% compared to current solutions, using Soltec's advanced solar tracker technology adapted for CPV applications.

The collaboration between Soltec and Fraunhofer ISE combines expertise in mechanical design of solar trackers and CPV module development. The new solar tracker is designed to meet precision and structural robustness requirements for CPV modules, with the first prototype testing tracking accuracy throughout the day. The system can be equipped with 15.7 kWp of micro-CPV panels, offering a competitive product for PV power plants in sun-rich countries.

The new CPV system not only breaks paradigms in solar tracker design but also aligns with emerging trends in solar hydrogen generation and AgriPV. The tracker's ability to adapt to different orientations and topographic conditions makes it suitable for various applications, including combining solar energy generation with agriculture. This collaboration represents a step forward in photovoltaic solar energy and expands its application possibilities across different sectors.

How does Soltec and Fraunhofer ISE's new CPV prototype increase electricity generation?

• The new CPV prototype developed by Soltec and Fraunhofer ISE utilizes micro-CPV modules with a conversion efficiency of 36.5%, significantly higher than current solutions.
  
• The project aims to increase electricity generation by 30% compared to existing technologies, thanks to Soltec's advanced solar tracker technology adapted for CPV applications.
  
• The collaboration between Soltec and Fraunhofer ISE combines expertise in mechanical design of solar trackers and CPV module development, ensuring precision and structural robustness for optimal performance.
  
• The new solar tracker can be equipped with 15.7 kWp of micro-CPV panels, offering a competitive product for PV power plants in sun-rich countries.
  
• The CPV system not only enhances electricity generation but also aligns with emerging trends in solar hydrogen generation and AgriPV, making it versatile for various applications.
• The tracker's ability to adapt to different orientations and topographic conditions makes it suitable for combining solar energy generation with agriculture, expanding its application possibilities across different sectors.