Alpine PV Competence
A project to support implementation partners by the Swiss universities of applied sciences
Latest Knowledge Articles
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Jungfraujoch
In 1993, the highest grid connected PV plant in the World was built at Jungfraujoch (3462 meters above sea level). Since then, the 24 modules with a total rated power of 1152 Wp reliably produced solar electricity. -
Birds and Alpine solar installations
The Swiss Ornithological Institute is conducting a before-and-after study on the effects of solar installations on biodiversity at various Alpine sites in Switzerland. -
Testing Standards
PV modules in Alpine regions require rigorous testing to withstand extreme conditions like heavy snow, strong winds, temperature fluctuations, and high UV radiation. -
Test Plant SedrunSolar
The outdoor test facility evaluates PV power generation and measures all solar and environmental parameters required for the simulation and planning of a MW PV power plant.