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“In several respects, the solar system at Prague Zoo is a beacon project,” explains Gerhard Travnicek, head of IBC SOLAR in the Czech Republic. “Visitors will be able to see the advantages of solar electricity for themselves every day: It is emission-free, noiseless and harmless to both visitors and animals. Through this project, we want to promote German solar technology with dena in the Czech Republic.”


IBC SOLAR involved in the Solar Roofs Programme for the fourth time
The dena Solar Roofs Programme is implemented by the German Energy Agency within the Renewable Energy Export Initiative, and co-financed by the German Ministry of Economics and Technology (BMWi). The goal is to support German companies in the renewable energy industry through active development of foreign projects and in their export activities. Applicants had to demonstrate the profitability, efficiency, technical feasibility of the planned project and the corresponding market development strategy. IBC SOLAR profited from its many years of experience in international projects to fulfil these criteria. In 2006 and 2007 for example, IBC SOLAR installed photovoltaic systems on the German schools in Lisbon and Rome. In 2008, IBC SOLAR performed the project planning for a solar roof on the Goethe Institute in Bangalore, India. This year, IBC SOLAR applied for the “beacon” project in the Czech Republic, as the market there is growing particularly rapidly due to state support and offers photovoltaic firms an extremely interesting market area.

State support in the Czech Republic
The regional conditions in the Czech Republic are well-suited to the photovoltaic production of energy. The solar radiation values are comparable to that of southern Germany. Moreover, the legal conditions for photovoltaic systems in the Czech Republic are attractive. Ultimately, every kilowatt-hour of electricity fed into the grid for roof systems of up to 30 kWpThe maximum possible output of a solar generator operating under standard conditions is defined as its peak output, which is measured in watts or kilowatts and stated as either Wp (watt, peak) or kWp, respectively. is compensated with 12.25 CZK (Czech Crown), so around 47 cent. In comparison: In Germany, it is a maximum of 39 cent for roof systems of up to 30 kWp. Solar energyColloquial term for sunlight transformed into electricity. It is a completely renewable energy – our sun will shine for another five billion years. Germany fosters solar energy via its renewable energy law.  , which is used by the producer itself, is compensated with 11.28 CZK, so around 43 cent.

Seminars for trade partners
At the end of March 2010, IBC SOLAR will offer a free information seminar for installers to explain the principles of phovoltaics, starting with a basis seminar, explaining the main features of photovoltaics, through to topics such as the dimensioning and safe mounting of systems, necessary protection against lightning, as well as financing and the legal requirements. “The long-term aim of IBC SOLAR is to create a nationwide network of trade partners in the Czech Republic”, explains Gerhard Travnicek. “We want to engage with local partners to exchange know-how and present the many areas in which PVNot only the abbreviation for photovoltaics. The term is composed of Photon (Hellenistic for light) and the name of the physicist Alessandor Volta (1745 – 1827), at his time one of the leading scientists in the field of galvanic electricity (chemical procedures as for instance while immersing metals into acid. He constructed the first electrical battery in 1780.-systems can be implemented. Close cooperation holds advantages for all partners: we are able to profit from the on-site experience and relationships of our installation partners; Czech partners can make use of our technical knowledge and global delivery network.”

Please find additional information at www.ibc-solar.cz, or directly from Gerhard Travnicek on
+ 420 235 312125 or by e-mail at info@ibc-solar.cz.

About the German Energy Agency (dena)
The Deutsche Energie-Agentur GmbH (dena) – the German Energy Agency – is the German competence centre for energy efficiency and renewable energies. Its manifold objectives include the rational and thus environmentally friendly production, conversion and use of energy, and the development of sustainable energy systems with a greater emphasis on renewable energy sources. Its shareholders are the Federal Republic of Germany, the KfW Bankengruppe (KfW
banking group), Allianz SE, Deutsche Bank AG and DZ BANK AG. www.dena.de/en

About the dena Solar Roofs Programme
The “dena Solar Roofs Programme for Foreign Market Development” was developed by the Deutsche Energie-Agentur GmbH (dena) – the German Energy Agency. Launched in 2004, this programme, co-financed by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology, supports German solar energy companies entering new markets.
Within the framework of the programme reference and demonstration projects are installed on the roofs of designated institutions in the different countries around the world. The installation is accompanied by comprehensive marketing and training programmes. These ‘beacon projects’ impressively present high-quality solar technology made in Germany.
 
About the Renewable Energies Export Initiative
The "Renewable Energies Export Initiative" was launched by the German Parliament in 2002 and is run by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology. The main objective is to contribute to climate protection by stimulating the acceptance and use of renewable energy around the world.
By showcasing Germany's technical expertise in the field of renewable energy and by organising business trips to and from Germany, the export initiative facilitates business contacts between companies in Germany and abroad. The platform www.renewables-made-in-germany.com provides information about German RE technologies and contact data of German suppliers.

www.bmwi.de/English/Navigation/Energy-policy/renewable-energies-export-initiative.html

About IBC SOLAR
IBC SOLAR is a leading global photovoltaic specialist for photovoltaic systems, offering complete solutions for power production from solar energy. The firm covers the entire spectrum, from planning to the turnkey handover of photovoltaic installations. Globally, IBC SOLAR has already implemented more than 100,000 turnkey photovoltaic systems with a total power output of 800 megawatt (MWp). The scale of these installations ranges from large photovoltaic power stations and solar parks which feed electricity into the network, to off-grid systems. IBC SOLAR sells its photovoltaic components and systems over an extensive network of trade partners. As general contractor, the photovoltaic integrator plans and implements large scale solar projects. Through maintenance and monitoring, IBC SOLAR ensures an optimal performance of the solar park.