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Fraunhofer FEP Presents Advances in Building-Integrated Photovoltaics

Fraunhofer FEP has made progress in developing aesthetically appealing solutions for building-integrated photovoltaics.

Freely combinable facade elements with decorative film – on the left, a PV module and, on the right, a sheet metal facade element without PV functionality. (© Fraunhofer FEP, Finn Hoyer)

As part of the Design-PV project, Fraunhofer FEP has made significant progress in developing aesthetically appealing solutions for building-integrated photovoltaics. Technologies such as roll-to-roll nanoimprint lithography enable solar modules to be seamlessly integrated into building facades without compromising the design. Initial tests show that the modules are visually indistinguishable from conventional facade elements yet offer high energy efficiency. Photovoltaics are a key pillar ...

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