Proper research
In order to develop a cost efficient yet robust system, capable of converting maximum solar energy, research is vital. TU Delft, partner of INNOZOWA, will take the lead herein.
Smart with space
Especially in urban areas, lack of space is becoming increasingly problematic. The potential, however, of water storage surfaces, lakes and watercourses in rural and urban areas remains largely unused.
Flexible design
The use of inland waterways will need to be reflected in the design. For example, the system has to be pervious to light and sturdy enough to allow for mowing (water storages need to be mowed one to two times a year to guarantee optimal functionality).
Promising mission
INNOZOWA offers multiple opportunities, first of all for Dutch water authorities currently working on their own energy neutral ambitions. It also offers the opportunity to remain in the lead where it comes to new developments in the area of water management.
About innozowa
INNOZOWA, INNOvative solar PV on WATER
Sustainable energy, we are glad to conclude, is increasingly becoming an integral part of our world. The demand for sustainable energy continues to rise, and the development of methods that use clean sources of energy rises accordingly. Exemplary are the substantial (inter)national ambitions to implement solar panels (Solar PV’s). Costs, however, remain relatively high, and the availability of surface area for existing systems is limited in Dutch urban areas.
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Team & Partners
It takes a team to build a dream!
The statement above is very true when working towards a better, more sustainable future, and highlights the teamwork vision of the INNOZOWA collaboration. Our consortium of four partners, each bringing its own expertise and network, is working on a revolutionary method to generate solar energy on inland waterways…