The 'green transition' is on everyone's mind. With the desire to combat global warming, millions around the world are purchasing solar cells. In recent years, the transportation sector has also recognized the potential of solar panels on vehicles. And for valid reasons.
The current market is flooded with questionable products, and many are misled by the wrong technology, mistakenly thinking that they should install crystalline silicon (c-Si) solar cells on their vehicles. What most people don't know is that the common c-Si solar cells we see on rooftops and in large solar installations worldwide are designed exclusively for static use and cannot withstand vibrations. When subjected to shocks, they develop microcracks and hotspots, reducing efficiency and posing a significant fire hazard. Vehicles equipped with c-Si solar cells are not only fire hazards but also support forced labor in China.
Therefore, the choice of solar cells must be carefully considered by companies to make a wise and responsible decision for the business, employees, the planet, and its inhabitants.
The solution lies in Mobile Integrated Photo-Voltaic (MIPV) technology, which comprises Copper Indium Gallium Selenide (CIGS) solar cells designed specifically for vehicles. Solarbus.pro is the world's largest supplier of Mobile Integrated PhotoVoltaic (MIPV) solutions for buses, offering CIGS solar cell solutions across countries and time zones. CIGS technology absorbs all colors of light and is 30-40% more efficient than other technologies in similar placements.
Among the advantages is the robustness of CIGS panels, which are resistant to vibrations due to their thin film material, making them impervious to microcracks and hotspots. This not only helps maintain their efficiency but also eliminates potential fire hazards.
Furthermore, our solar cells are far less sensitive to shading, ensuring optimal operation even in busy urban environments, where shadows are often unavoidable. Traditional solar cells shut down completely when shaded, even by a small part of a section, but that's not the case with Solarbus solar cells.
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We have already conducted extensive tests in various climate conditions, and the results are impressive. Most recently, Europart conducted a six-month test on a bus in Germany equipped with a 640Wp solar panel system. It was compared to two identical buses in the same region that operated without the solar panel solution.
The data from May to November showed fuel savings of 2.4 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers. During this period, the total savings in diesel fuel amounted to 990.84 liters. If the solar panel set continues to produce the same average amount of electricity in the remaining months, the annual savings would reach 1,649 liters. However, when considering reduced output during the winter season, a realistic annual saving of approximately 1,400 liters (equivalent to 3.75 tons of CO2) is achievable.
And all of these impressive results were obtained with a 640Wp solar panel system. With a 960 Wp system, the numbers become even more staggering. In this case, diesel savings of up to 2,000 liters per bus per year, equivalent to 5.36 tons of CO2, can be achieved.
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At Busworld 2023, we have an extraordinary prize on the line. We have an exciting contest where you can win a complete 960 Wp CIGS plug-and-play solar cell solution with instalment included.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity – visit our booth at Busworld 2023 and participate in the contest.
Solarbus.pro is placed in Hall 4, Booth 425 at Busworld 2023. Visitors will be able to examine our innovative plug-and-play solar cell solutions and our advanced charge controller with a built-in data logger. We are inviting all guests to participate in our exclusive giveaway to get the chance to win a complete CIGS plug and play solar cell solution.
We look forward to welcoming you to our booth and sharing our vision for a greener future with sustainable transport solutions.
