The topic of the sponge city is omnipresent in current discussions about the future of urban development. The concept relates to urban areas that are designed to absorb, store and slowly release water again like a sponge. This is a response to the challenges of increasingly intense rainfall, long periods of drought and rising temperatures. Green roofs are a central element of the sponge city, as they absorb rainwater and allow it to evaporate.
The question arises as to whether the installation of PV systems on roofs is an obstacle to the development of the sponge city, or whether they can be integrated into this concept. In fact, solar systems that are combined with green roofs fulfil a dual function, as they both generate energy and support water management.
The MSP-FR-G installation system sees Schweizer offering an excellent solution for sensitive green roofs. It can be installed on established green roofs without damaging them or impairing their ability to absorb water. The solar modules are attached to lightweight supports using a simple click system that does not penetrate the green roof. This means that natural water absorption, the rooting of the substrate and the evaporation processes of the green roof remain unaffected. The modules are flexible in terms of alignment and arrangement.
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