Sunroof's integrated solar tiles

12/17/2020 | Print view

After Sweden, Norway, Poland and Switzerland, Germany is now the fifth country in Europe where Sunroof is offering its integrated solar roofs. - © Sunroof — © Sunroof

After Sweden, Norway, Poland and Switzerland, Germany is now the fifth country in Europe where Sunroof is offering its integrated solar roofs.

The Sunroof solar tiles take over the functions of normal roofs and generate solar power as well. The extraordinary design looks like modern solar roof tiles. In addition, less material is needed compared to a standard roof with additional photovoltaics.

Technologically, the Sunroof’s solution consists of three layers: The first layer ensures that the roof is fully waterproof. The middle layer consists of a wooden slat construction. And the top layer consists of glass-glass photovoltaic modules, which convert sunlight into electricity and also provide the water-carrying layer.

According to the manufacturer, the efficiency of the Sunroof technology is on a par with that of a conventional rooftop photovoltaic system: 5.4 square metres of roof surface are needed for one kilowatt. Sunroof is also pursuing the goal of creating a complete ecosystem of solutions. The result is an intelligent energy management system from the solar roof to the app for energy monitoring and management. (mfo)