Eurach Research

Photovoltaic Systems

From prototyping to performance optimization, we provide comprehensive R&D support for photovoltaic systems, tailored to projects of any scale.

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What we offer

Comprehensive support across the entire photovoltaic value chain –  from prototyping to deployment, up to end-of-life management and circularity. Our multidisciplinary team combines international experience and access to advanced testing infrastructures.

Our services include:

Prototyping and testing – Design and development of custom photovoltaic modules (up to 1 m²), with performance testing of prototypes, or existing modules, under real operating conditions.

Innovative integration – Tailored PV integration solutions for buildings, urban infrastructures, roads, water surfaces, agriculture, and other man-made structures.

Modeling and validation – Use of advanced simulation tools to optimize and validate photovoltaic systems at various scales.

Smart Operation & Maintenance – Enhancement of system reliability and performance through artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics for predictive monitoring and fault reduction.

Grid integration and energy systems coupling – Modelling, simulation and testing for integrating PV systems with energy storage technologies, smart grids, and sector coupling strategies to enhance flexibility and resilience.

Economic and financial strategy – Support in business model development, investment planning, and risk assessment for solar projects.

Life Cycle Assessment and circularity – Evaluation of module life cycles, end-of-life strategies to improve sustainability and circularity.

 We provide companies with independent scientific expertise to anticipate market trends and make informed decisions.

Who we work with

Energy utilities, grid operators, industrial players, investors, project developers, technology developers and manufacturers, architects, urban planners, public authorities, municipalities, research institutions, universities, and energy asset managers – all seeking a specialized, structured yet flexible R&D partner in photovoltaics capable of supporting both individual projects and long-term strategic collaborations.

Contact
Luís André Pereira Fialho

Luís André Pereira Fialho

Research Group LeaderInstitute for Renewable EnergyT +39 0471 055 268luis.fialho@eurac.edu

Grazia Barchi

Grazia Barchi

Senior ResearcherInstitute for Renewable EnergyT +39 0471 055 628grazia.barchi@eurac.edu

Laura Maturi

Laura Maturi

Senior ResearcherInstitute for Renewable EnergyT +39 0471 055 633laura.maturi@eurac.edu

Lukas Koester

Lukas Koester

Post-Doc-ResearcherInstitute for Renewable EnergyT +39 0471 055 728lukas.koester@eurac.edu

Jordi Veirman

Jordi Veirman

Senior ResearcherInstitute for Renewable EnergyT +39 0471 055 463jordi.veirman@eurac.edu

Our Labs

Credit: Eurac Research | Andrea De Giovanni

PV Prototyping Lab

Lab for prototype and measure of customized photovoltaic modules, according to the desired application, design and sustainability. From components to module. From scratch to pre-series.

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PV Integration Lab

Facility for the integration of photovoltaic systems in buildings and grids

Credit: Eurac Research | Ivo Corrà

Solare PV Lab

Solar simulator for research and industry. The laboratory provides accredited power measurements and performance tests on photovoltaic modules.

Case Studies & Tools

Case Study
2023

Energy Analysis - InnoPV project

Eurac Reserch´s support in raising the awareness of the potential of photovoltaics in agriculture

Case Study
2023

Road to Zero - Kofler & Rech AG

Energy analysis and emission business opportunities for Kofler & Rech AG

Case Study
2023

Road to Zero - Alupress AG

Energy analysis and emission business opportunities for Alupress AG

Case Study
2023

Road to Zero - Oberalp Group

Energy analysis and emission business opportunities for Oberalp Group

Tool
2021

Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) optimisation tool

The “BIPV optimization tool” suggests the optimal configuration of a PV system to be integrated in a building or group of buildings, meaning optimal PV capacity, modules’ position ...

Tool
2014

Solar Tirol - Solar Potential Database

Geo-referenced solar potential data base, which allows private users and public bodies to estimate the solar potential on a roof level

Case Study
2011

Solar energy production & monitoring data from the PV-ABD plant

The production and meteo data from the ABD plant is inserted and regularly updated in an INFLUX database developed by Eurac Research. The production and meteo data have been collec...

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