Unique Floating Water-Based Solar Power System Shows Installation Versatility
i-Energy, a Taiwan-based developer and supplier of advanced photovoltaic power conversion and optimization products, today announced the completion of two water-based 20kW solar power systems in Ono City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. These solar power systems are installed on two floating pontoons in an unused farm reservoir, further demonstrating the feasibility and versatility of deploying microinverter- equipped solar systems in non-traditional sites. The system began power generation on July 15, 2013.
Locating a solar power system on an unused agricultural pond represented an innovative installation method where land and rooftop space is at a premium. The GT260 microinverter’s waterproof qualities, degree of safety, and ease of installation were key factors in its selection for the project.
“We are honored that the Ono City Government has chosen i-Energy to be the first solar microinverter project in Japan”, said i-Energy CEO and founder, Steven Huang. “devise a unique installation on the water, demonstrating the versatility, safety and performance of the i-Energy GT260 microinverter. With several projects in the works in Japan, we believe that i-Energy will have many more applications in Japan in the very near future.”
About i-Energy
Founded in 2009, i-Energy is a pioneer in advanced PV power optimization & conversion products for residential and commercial applications, dedicated to making Smart Energy for all. i-Energy’s solar microinverter solutions offer high reliability, increased energy optimization, enhanced safety and simplified installation and service to the solar energy field.
More information can be found at www.i-energy.tw.com
