Lightsource BP has reported increased electricity output of 14% from bifacial solar panels tested at a site outside Belfast, Northern Ireland. The company also tested more reflective surfaces beneath the panels, with white floorboards resulting in almost 30% more electricity. In addition, the firm is working on an improved version of its patented “light box” technology that will be used to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs. The company hopes such measures can increase output from solar arrays in more overcast areas, such as Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Lightsource BP has reported increased electricity output of 14% from bifacial solar panels tested at a site outside Belfast, Northern Ireland. The company also tested more reflective surfaces beneath the panels, with white floorboards resulting in almost 30% more electricity. Expecting customers to prefer natural surfaces below installations, Lightsource BP is now working with a seed company to source the "most reflective" grass type for use beneath panels. The company hopes such measures can increase output from solar arrays in more overcast areas, such as Northern Ireland and Scotland.