Solar power

Solkraftanlegg med fokus på solcellepaneler

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To achieve climate goals, we need more renewable power from multiple energy sources. Solar power now makes up an increasingly large share of the energy mix, along with hydro and wind power. Solar power is growing rapidly, helped by technological development and lower costs, and the potential is larg

Both internationally and in Norway, solar power is the fastest growing energy source and an increasingly important part of energy systems. It is a mature technology that does not require a large space to produce electricity. Solar power can be installed where the energy is to be consumed - on buildings, industrial areas and along roads and railways. The power is generated locally and does not need to be transported over long distances. Power production that is not used can be stored in various types of battery solutions.

Our experts contribute in all phases of a project and ensure good operation and long service life by ensuring that installations are carried out in an economical, safe and secure manner. We have expertise in all fields that border solar power, such as structural engineering and geotechnical disciplines, electrical power, automation, fire safety, HSE and storage systems.

By being at the forefront and participating in the most innovative projects, we help develop new ideas and solutions for solar power for our customers both nationally and internationally.

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Our expertise includes both surface-mounted solar panels on roofs, Building Adapted Photo Voltaic (BAPV), and in the facade, Building Integrated Photo Voltaic (BIPV).

Within BIPV, we have leading advisors, including a PhD in facade-integrated solar panels that replace the facade material in addition to producing electricity.
We deliver solutions for ground-mounted and floating solar power in all phases of a project, and in all disciplines, both in Norway and internationally. This can include screening and early phase assessments of an area, profitability calculations, assessment of solar power potential, design, engineering, impact assessments, license applications, geotechnical assessments, solution design, project management, etc.
Solar power only produces energy when it is light and the excess power is often fed into the grid. Therefore, local energy production in combination with local energy storage systems, such as batteries, can be a good technical and economic solution. If the building or area has local energy storage systems, thermal or electrical, the solar power can be stored locally and used later.

Lack of capacity on the grid, or if a local energy system is completely dependent on a battery to function. Multiconsult has expertise in storage systems and batteries.
It is important to consider the entire energy system, whether in a building or in an area. In order to be able to advise on an optimal design, which can be a combination of several solutions such as local energy production, charging systems, storage systems and load shifting. An area can also provide services to the grid which in turn can improve the profitability of the project.