Benefits and advantages of photovoltaics for industrial halls
Assigning value to your solar space, expanding the horizons of your core business. Photovoltaics represent a tangible green breakthrough for self-producing electricity, a crucial driver for companies in terms of increasing competitiveness and corporate sustainability while simultaneously enhancing their energy needs. Choosing to install a photovoltaic system with operators who have been operating diligently and competently in the renewable energy sector for years means opting for a sustainable choice, not only in economic but also environmental terms, combating climate change and demonstrating a concrete commitment to a more sustainable future. In a previous article of ours, we have already seen how the industrial sector represents a significant percentage of total energy consumption in Italy. This implies a significant dependence on traditional energy sources, with consequent negative environmental impacts, including the production of substantial amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other polluting emissions.The roof: your solar space
For 16 years, the Southenergy team has paid particular attention to companies and their energy needs, aiming to make them more competitive and sustainable by valorizing what they possess: the roof. In this article, we will focus on industrial installations achievable on roofs, omitting for this specific occasion what pertains to ground installations.
The roof constitutes for companies a huge economic and strategic asset which, if adequately valorized, can ensure increasing energy independence, savings on bills, enhancement of the company property, and environmental sustainability. Consequently reducing what represents an increasingly burdensome budget item for companies: the cost of non-self-produced energy. There are several solutions that can be adopted in the installation of a rooftop system, not only related to the structural assessment of the surfaces but also to the consumption needs of the counterpart and the consequent optimal valorization of the same. The Southenergy team can offer support in each of the detailed cases below, fully respecting the surfaces and never compromising the structural integrity of the roof.- Flat roof: In warehouses with flat roofs, the installation of a photovoltaic system can be achieved through ballast mounting systems or penetrating fixings. These systems are designed to ensure a stable position of the solar panels without compromising the structural integrity of the roof.
- Pitched roof: Warehouses with pitched roofs require a specific approach for the installation of the photovoltaic system. In this case, usually, brackets are used to securely and stably fix the solar panels, ensuring maximum exposure to sunlight.
- Shed roof: Shed roofs have a slope on only one side and offer an excellent opportunity for the installation of photovoltaic systems. The fixing technologies used in this case depend on the roof structure, but usually, brackets or mounting systems suitable for the roof’s shape are employed.
- Barrel vault roof: For warehouses with barrel vault roofs, the installation of a photovoltaic system can be achieved using ballast mounting systems or brackets specially designed to adapt to the curvature of the roof. These systems ensure the correct position of the solar panels while guaranteeing optimal exposure to the sun.
Factors to consider
Positioning and orientation
The position and orientation of the photovoltaic system directly determine the amount of sunlight that can be captured and converted into energy. Therefore, it is essential to consider the direction of the sun and any obstacles that may shade the solar panels during the day.
Roof Structure
The extent of available surface on the roof affects the installation capacity and the overall size of the photovoltaic system. It’s important to carefully assess the available space to maximize solar energy production. All while always matching the system’s power to the counterpart’s energy needs.Roof Structure
Climate Conditions
Local climate conditions, including wind, snow, and extreme temperatures, must be taken into account in the design of the photovoltaic system. The materials and technologies used must be suitable to withstand the prevailing weather conditions in the area.
Energetic Production Objectives
The starting point for any preliminary technical assessment is the evaluation and definition of the energy production objectives of the photovoltaic system resulting from the study of the energy needs of the company. This will influence the size of the system and the choice of components to ensure optimal performance and a satisfactory return on investment.
Consider carefully these selection criteria is crucial to design and implement an effective photovoltaic system tailored to the specific needs of the industrial building.From Cost Reduction to Energy Independence
Installing a photovoltaic system on industrial buildings is, therefore, a strategic and advantageous choice for companies aiming to reduce energy costs, increase their environmental sustainability, and ensure greater stability in energy supply. Specifically, the aspects to consider are:
Bill Savings
Photovoltaics are highly efficient and sustainable systems for generating electricity, based on the use of a renewable and inexhaustible energy source, a symbol of life since time immemorial: the sun. With a photovoltaic system installed on the roof or on adjacent land, companies can significantly reduce energy costs and, consequently, dependence on traditional energy sources.
Energy Independence
Thanks to the installation of a photovoltaic system, companies can achieve a growing degree of energy independence, reducing dependence on the traditional power grid and external supplies. In other words, the transition to photovoltaics for companies means autonomous generation of electricity with consequent emancipation from the energy market and the cost fluctuations associated with it.
Enhancement of Company Property
Factories equipped with renewable energy systems represent an eco-sustainable and energy-efficient solution, with an associated increase in the commercial value of the property resulting from its greater attractiveness in the market.
Environmental Impact Reduction
For a company, reducing negative environmental impact is certainly one of the greatest tangible and intangible benefits of installing a photovoltaic system. Generating energy from a renewable source reduces CO2 emissions, contributing tangibly to global efforts to combat climate change and improve environmental sustainability.
Investment Management
In recent years, there has been a cultural resistance to renewable transition connected, in part, to the initial economic investment for the realization of the system itself. Fortunately, today the scenario is very different, inclusive not only of significantly more advanced technological products but also of market dynamics and tax incentives that clearly show the need for an essential transition to renewable energy sources.
Tax Incentives and Benefits
In 2024, in favor of companies investing in photovoltaic systems, there are various tax
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