Solar power plants in the nature Impressions

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1 2011_0202_EN Solar power plants in the nature Impressions BELECTRIC Solarkraftwerke GmbH Wadenbrunner Str Kolitzheim Germany Phone Fax BELECTRIC Solarkraftwerke GmbH Wadenbrunner Straße Kolitzheim Germany Phone Fax info@belectric.com

2 We believe in renewable energy sources The sun does not invoice us! The former TV host and author Franz Alt has recognized this pertinently. Energy from the sun is one, if not the source of energy of the future. Fossil fuels, such as oil or coal unlike the sun - are finite resources. The share of fossil fuels in the energy mix must and will be significantly reduced within the coming years. For example solar energy will contribute to the reduction as it has developed to a future market in recent years. In many countries, the use and production of renewable energy is government-funded. The government in Germany also pays a remuneration to the operators of solar systems for each kilowatt hour of electricity that is fed into the grid for 20 years. The investment in the sun is well worth it and pays back twofold, in economic terms as it generates a safe return - and for our environment. BELECTRIC is a pioneer in this market. Since 2002 we have designed and built far more than 120 ground based solar power plants worldwide. We are the only on-stop provider of turnkey solar systems and supply everything you need for your solar power plant- from planning to commissioning and maintenance. Our main focus always is a successful integration of systems into the existing scenery. Ground based photovoltaic systems do not require costly constructional measures. Only a fraction of the area occupied is sealed. New habitat for animals and plants is created underneath and between the modules. Safe and hazard-free habitat! Our systems produce no pollutants or noise. Convince yourself of the possibilities that we, the BELECTRIC, offer and join us to discover more about ground based solar power stations on the following pages. Bernhard Beck, CEO Beck Energy Our brochure has been printed on recycled paper which was awarded the Blue Angel environmental seal and is made from 100% waste paper.

3 Integration of solar systems into the scenery In particulat we focus on the integration of solar systems into the existing scenery. At the early stage of the selection of land spezial interest will be paid to the possibilities of adaption into the existing natural environment. Lined with dense hedges solar power plants almost disappear to the human eye. A colorful mix of natural grasses and meadow vegetation on the facilities and underneath the solar panels complete the picture. Solar power plant in Dimbach 1,465 kwp 2003 Annual CO 2 savings: 1,000 tons 418 four-person households per year

4 Examples - Successful integration into the landscape 1 Solar Power Plant Jessen 2 Solar Power Plant Dimbach 3 3,842 kwp tons 1,097 four-person households per year 1,465 kwp ,000 tons 418 four-person households per year Solar Power Plant Reupelsdorf 115 kwp tons 33 four-person households per year 2 Dense hedges make our solar power plants almost invisible to the human eye. 3 Successful integration of solar systems into the existing scenery. 1

5 Valuable habitat for various animal species Dense hedges and plantings surrounding the solar power plants let them almost disappear to the human eye. About 90% of natural areas continue to exist after the construction of the solar power plant. A valuable and undisturbed habitat is created for wildlife. Thanks to the noiseless operation of the plants many species of birds settle and nest in the adjacent hedges and on the wooden beams under the solar panels. The meadow like vegetation on the entire open space attracts various small animals and insects. Especially in summer the cool shade the area under the solar panels is appreciated by animals. Nature and energy - in harmony. Wind-and water-protected areas directly between the solar panel and the wooden base are very popular as nesting sites in the world of birds. The animals will find both materials for nesting, as well as sufficient food, without any problems and conveniently on the plant. Solar power plant in Markt Bibart 1,904 tons

6 An additional retreat for animals in the area of the solar system. Both, small animals as well as numerous species of birds are at home on our solar power plants. Solar power plant in Repperndorf 4,292 tons

7 Valuable donor of shade with low sealing of the soil surface Our solar power plants with their technical equipment (modules) shade farmland and thereby allow natural grasses to grow. A high-quality natural habitat is formed on the lawn below the solar panels. Minimum sealing by use of pillars Despite some land requirements our solar power plants consume no land. Due to the special pillars of our mounting system an area of just one square meter is effectively sealed for a 1000 kwp solar power plant. The largest part of the area remains available for nature and can continue to convert CO2 into nutrients and oxygen without interference. In addition, the floor area under the solar panel is only partially shaded. This means that sunlight and rainfall also continue to reach to the ground, so that the local flora and fauna are not affected. Especially in hot climates, the environmental conditions below the module rows are even slightly more moderate than in open terrain. Solar power plant in Kolitzheim 1,212 tons

8 Sample calculation of the sealing of the surface Solar power plant in Repperndorf Power rating 8,302 kwp Space requirements (unsealed): 21,16 ha Thereof sealed: square meters This equals just 0.05% of the total land area which are filled through the inverter, collecting station, Central Boxing and pillars. A look under the scenes Due to the low soil sealing plenty of room for different vegetation and inhabitants from the animal world remains in the area partially shaded under the solar modules. We create similar shade like a tree. A high-quality natural habitat is formed underneath the solar panels.

9 Use of environmentally friendly thin-film modules First Solar s photovoltaic modules do not require the natural resource silicon which price is continuously increasing. This makes it a future-proof and efficient alternative. The company s own recycling program enables recycling of 95% of the semiconductor material. All other product components can be recycled by 90% of the total weight. Other advantages of the First Solar modules at a glance: Increased efficiency at partial load. With cloudy skies, the efficiency of First Solar modules decreases to a smaller extent than in silicon modules. This ensures a constant energy production and ultimately a higher efficiency of the entire system. Low temperature-sensitivity. With rising temperatures, the First Solar modules have a lower loss of power than conventional silicon modules. On hot and sunny summer days this will result in a significant output advantage. Less pollution. The frameless design of the solar modules prevents strong, shadowing pollution of the module surface and secures the profitable operation. Low use material and energy for production. The production of First Solar modules is clearly more climate and environmentally friendly than the production of conventional silicon modules. Compared to all other technologies, the First Solar technology leaves the smallest CO 2 footprint - 41%, less than monocrystalline silicon technology. The energy payback time for the production is about 6 months. Solar power plant in Mainbernheim Annual CO 2 savings: 6.70 tons

10 Examples - Environmentally friendly thin-film modules 1 Solar Power Plant Eggenbach 2 Solar Power Plant Kolitzheim 3 1,616 kwp ,103 tons 461 four-person households per year 1,775 kwp ,212 tons 507 four-person households per year Solar Power Plant Mainbernheim 982 kwp tons 280 four-person households per year 2 The frameless design of the modules prevents shading dirt and snow sediments. 3 Environmentally First Solar thin-film modules in use. 1