Innovative Solar Facades
The east and west bridges of the plant’s communications center now feature 427 high-efficiency solar modules, seamlessly integrated into the façade. This solution not only generates clean energy but also enhances the architectural design, setting a new benchmark for industrial sustainability.
The facades were designed using the BIPV.world platform and built with the patented TULiPPS Click&Go mounting system – a lightweight, modular solution enabling fast, precise, and durable installation. All elements were developed and prefabricated in Waalwijk, the Netherlands.
Project Goal: Sustainable Energy for BMW’s iFACTORY Vision
The solar façades form part of a broader energy concept, including one of BMW Group’s largest solar parks (43 MW, 510,000 m²), ensuring the plant operates on fossil-free electricity. Together, these initiatives demonstrate BMW’s commitment to efficiency, sustainability, and digitalization.
Collaboration & Design
This project was realized through strong partnerships between client, designers, and technical experts:
- Client: BMW Group Plant Debrecen and E.ON Energia Infrastruktúra Kft,
- Design & Engineering: BIPV Projects B.V.
- Project Management & Realization: BIPV Projects B.V.
- Technology: TULiPPS Click&Go mounting system and Solitek solar panels
Specifications
- Surface area: ~1.070 m2
- Number of modules: 427
- Installed capacity: 185.7 kWp
Before and after
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