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Solar panels on water basin

Solar panels on water basin. Your basin as an energy source. Let the sun work!

Reuse the space that your basin takes up; create a floating solar park. This gives water a dual function. With a new revenue model as a result, which is always positive (ROI 10-20%). The solar panels float as a flexible but sturdy unit on the water. Extensively tested in the most severe weather conditions, with a 15-year warranty.

More advantages? Less water evaporation, no algae growth and above all less use of scarce space

Read more Why on a water basin?

An example of a basin as energy source

Benefits of solar panels on your basin

There are many advantages to installing solar panels on a water basin. The most important advantage is that you generate your own energy within your company without having to sacrifice space for it. You have already paid for the costs of this space when you installed your water basin. And self-generated energy makes your company less dependent on the whims of the market and government policy. 

Floating solar panels are considerably more efficient in generation when it is warmer. This can sometimes make a difference of 10%. This is due to the cooling effect of the water. An additional advantage of sun on water. Floating solar panels also have advantages on the water side. Much less water evaporates from your basin, there are no more algae in your basin water and the water temperature in the summer is much lower. Better for the roots of your plants.

The last advantage we would like to mention is that we place a new slope cloth on your basin. This way, your basin will be in good condition for many years to come.

Reviews from our clients

As Dutch Berries, in addition to growing delicious strawberries all year round together with Veiling Zaltbommel, we have chosen to make our company more sustainable by using floating solar panels from Aquasol Solar. The floating system is innovative, very stable and leads to a high yield. It is also well organised in the area of ​​monitoring with continued support. With the knowledge of new developments such a battery storage, they are good partners. These guys from Aquasol know what they're talking about.                                                                                                                                                                                                          
Dutch Berries - Zuilichem
Dhr. Boudewijn van de Wal 

The dual function and at the same time keeping up with the times and sustainable yet cheap energy made us decide to install floating solar panels on our irrigation water basin. It's great that we didn't have to worry about anything with Aquasol Solar, you can tell that they come from horticulture themselves.
                                          
Postplants - Pijnacker
Dhr. Henk Post
CEO

Components to successfully implement solar panels on a water basin.

Panels and Inverters

The panels we use for Aquasol Solar are specially designed for water projects. What makes them different?

·         Extra waterproof sealing of the panel and connector

·         Highest watt peak per panel

·         Extra robust construction, making it resistant to the toughest conditions

 

When choosing the inverters, we mainly look at:

·         Effective in installation

·         Clear monitoring

·         Inverter efficiency

·         Quality and warranty

 

Our floating system

·         Our supplier is ProFloating,

·         Founded in 2014 by various Westland entrepreneurs

·         High-quality materials (virgin HDPE)

·         Stable and robust, variable water heights

·         Suitable for all panel sizes

·         Suitable for both south and east/west mounting

·         Fire class B (fire retardant)

·         With drinking water certificate so safe for water

Frequently asked questions about solar panels on water

  • To which standards does the electrical installation of Aquasol Solar comply?

    The electrical installation connecting our solar panels complies with the most recent Dutch NEN 1010 standards. This ensures that our installations are acceptable to all insurers.

  • Is my installation suitable for feeding energy back into the grid?

    Our installations comply with the Dutch Netcode Electricity regulations, meeting the requirements set by grid operators and metering companies for energy delivery to the grid.

  • Do any materials from the installation leak into irrigation or surface water?

    Do any materials from the installation leak into irrigation or surface water?

  • Why is choosing a Tier ONE panel manufacturer important?

    Tier 1 solar panel brands must meet the following criteria:

    • Vertically integrated production

    • Significant investment in R&D

    • Fully automated production with maintained quality

    • At least five years of solar panel manufacturing experience
      These criteria, established by Bloomberg New Energy Finance, address the financial reliability of solar panel manufacturers.

  • What is the strength of the system’s internal connections (e.g., uneven floater load or wind suction)?

    Pull tests on the floaters show that a horizontal force of over 10 kN is required before a connector fails. The anchoring system distributes forces across the structure to ensure no single point exceeds the maximum load.

  • What are the benefits of bifacial solar panels?

    These panels work on both sides. Instead of a white or black backsheet, they have glass or transparent film. The cells can capture reflected light (e.g., from water surfaces), increasing efficiency.

  • What are microcracks?

    Microcracks are small fractures in solar cells caused by mechanical stress. They degrade panel performance. The Aquasol Solar system minimizes this risk due to:

    • Installation on a stable platform

    • Each panel having its own floater

    • Independent panel positioning

    • Use of All Back Sheet panel designs that reduce microcrack formation

  • Are the installation materials recyclable?

    Our floaters, made from high-grade HDPE, are recyclable. Glass-glass panels are 95% recyclable through specialized facilities like PV Cycle.
    Aquasol Solar is registered with the WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) system and contributes a recycling fee for each panel. This ensures free collection and recycling of panels when needed.


    Participation in WEEE is also a prerequisite for green financing and may offer fiscal advantages. Consult your accountant or tax advisor.Aquasol Solar is toegetreden tot het WEE register. Wij dragen voor ieder paneel een bedrag af als recyclingbijdrage. Indien u in de toekomst uw panelen wil afvoeren dan zorgt deze organisatie ervoor dat de panelen worden opgehaald en gratis worden gerecycled. Maar er zitten nog andere voordelen aan ons lidmaatschap voor u als ondernemer. Zo is deelname aan het WEE een voorwaarde voor het verkrijgen van een Groen financiering. En zijn er diverse fiscale voordelen te behalen. Bespreek dit met uw boekhouder of fiscalist.

  • Have wind suction and ballast been considered, similar to flat-roof installations?

    Yes, anchoring is calculated based on specific conditions of the water location—such as depth, water level variation, waves, and wind—along with platform shape and size.

  • Is my installation storm-proof and insurable?

    Our floating solar panels are anchored using specialized systems from Seaflex (offshore anchoring, Sweden) and Genap (basin liners). We offer a 15-year warranty on both floaters and anchoring.

  • Why does Aquasol Solar provide a property tax (WOZ) advantage?

    A court ruling determined that floating solar panels are movable assets and should not be included in the Real Estate Tax (OZB) declaration. Unlike roof-mounted panels, which are fixed and considered immovable property, floating panels can save you significant tax annually.
     

  • What is the value of a GVO certificate (as of November 2024)?

    If you generate sustainable electricity and register production via a CertiQ meter, you can receive a GVO (Guarantee of Origin) certificate for each kWh produced. These are tradable and currently valued at approximately €0.01 per kWh. Trading can be done through energy suppliers.

  • What safety features are included in the installation?

    • Overload protection (AC)

    • Anti-islanding protection (DC shutdown if AC fails)

    • Reverse polarity protection

    • Continuous DC insulation resistance monitoring

    • PV string fault monitoring

    • AC and DC surge arresters (internal overvoltage protection)

  • How is the system built?

    We construct the system using scaffolding along the basin edge, equipped with slides. Panel sets are assembled on a platform and launched row-by-row into the water. We do not enter the basin, thus avoiding damage to the basin liner.

  • What happens if a floating component leaks?

    Each panel has two floaters, and the system consists of many independent components. A leaking floater has minimal impact—the panel will sit slightly lower but remain supported by adjacent floaters. Panels do not submerge, and damaged floaters are easily replaceable.

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