Analysis of solar energy potential at Braunschweig-Wolfsburg Airport

At Braunschweig-Wolfsburg Airport, Dornier investigated the potential for solar power generation at the airport. The CO2 savings potential for renewable energy generation at the airport was calculated. In addition, various options for system components and plant layouts were presented. Yield and profitability forecasts were prepared, and marketing and utilisation strategies were described and compared. The economic viability was examined using various scenarios. Various concepts for the profitable operation of solar power generation on the airport grounds were presented.

Services:

• Calculation of energy consumption and potential CO2 emission savings
• Analysis of the area potential for solar power generation
• Identification of possible glare and reflection effects
• Design of various plant and system concepts
• Evaluation of various marketing strategies
• Study on economic feasibility
• Implementation concept and recommendations for action