Emica Solar
Emica Solar develops floating solar energy solutions, deploying photovoltaic panels on water surfaces. This approach maximizes energy production by utilizing unused space and reducing water evaporation, offering a sustainable and efficient energy alternative.
- Clean Technology
Funding
Raised to date
$518.9KRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional solar farms require significant land resources, which can be scarce or expensive, especially in densely populated areas or regions with competing land uses. Additionally, water evaporation from reservoirs and industrial ponds represents a significant loss of a valuable resource.
Solution
Emica Solar provides floating photovoltaic (FPV) systems that are deployed on the surface of water reservoirs, irrigation ponds, and near-coastal areas. This approach reduces water evaporation by approximately 33% due to water surface coverage and maximizes energy production by keeping solar modules close to the water surface, which enables lower working temperatures and less dust in suspension. The YFS floating structure is designed by naval engineers to withstand winds of 29m/s and waves of 1 meter high, while only 7% of the structure's surface is in contact with the water, utilizing materials suitable for human consumption. Emica Solar's FPV systems can be integrated into the environment without alteration, and the modular solution is simple and quick to install.
Target Audience
Emica Solar's primary customers include operators of irrigation ponds, inland water reservoirs, hydroelectric plants, and industries seeking grid-connected or isolated power generation solutions.
Features
- YFS floating structure designed for optimal integration with aquatic environments
- Naval design criteria to withstand winds up to 29m/s and waves up to 1 meter
- Tilt panel adaptability to project and location needs, with single or double orientation
- Potential for increased power generation by up to 40% with bifacial panel installation
- Reduced water evaporation by 33% due to water surface coverage
- Improved water quality by reducing algal blooms
- Reservoir sediment cleaning enabled
- Access to 100% of solar modules and components for operation and maintenance