New solar tile factory in Bergen Norway

Is Norway a good place for solar energy?

Snow, cold and hardly any sun for four months of the year: at first glance, Norway might not seem like the ideal place for a prospering solar energy industry. Nevertheless, Norway is making great strides in developing the technology, materials and solutions needed to make use of the largest energy source in our solar system.

Where is solar energy produced in Norway?

Located in the Northern Temperate Zone, Bergen, Vestland, Norway exhibits a unique seasonal variation in solar energy production. During the summer season, each kilowatt of installed solar capacity can generate an average of 5.35 kilowatt-hours per day.

Where is the best place to install solar panels in Bergen?

The highest peak in the area is Mount Floyen (429 m). Areas to the south of Bergen, such as Rong, which have more open terrain and less hills would be most suited for large-scale solar PV. Additionally, areas along the coast with good access to sunlight could also be suitable for solar PV installations.

Are Norwegian solar panels eco-friendly?

The ecological footprint of solar panels made with materials from Norway is therefore extremely small. REC Solar’s factory in Fiskå in southwestern Norway has even been awarded a certificate for production of the world’s cleanest silicon. Not only is Norwegian silicon production the world’s cleanest, it is also the world’s most energy efficient.