The Salzburg University of Applied Sciences is sending out another strong signal for an environmentally friendly future: by expanding the photovoltaic systems to around 200 kWp at the Kuchl and Urstein campuses, the university is demonstrating its commitment to renewable energies and reducing its CO2 footprint.
With the total installed photovoltaic capacity of 193 kWp, the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences will be able to generate approx. 190 - 195 MWh of electricity per year. This corresponds to around 15% of the UAS's annual electricity consumption.
‘With this measure, we are making a significant contribution to reducing our CO2 footprint and promoting renewable energies,’ explains project manager Hartwig Reiter.
The photovoltaic (PV) system on the roof of the FH Salzburg building on the Urstein campus has been expanded again and has been in operation since the beginning of July. The installed capacity has thus been doubled: from 55 kWp to 100 kWp.
The PV system on the roof of the building on the Kuchl campus was also expanded and has been in operation since June 2024. The total installed capacity was more than tripled from 25 kWp to 85 kWp. In addition, the PV system on the roof of the Twin²Sim research building in Kuchl was supplemented with approx. 8 kWp.
Focus on ecological sustainability
The expansion of the photovoltaic systems is another important step towards ecological sustainability. UAS Rector and Managing Director Dominik Engel emphasises: ‘Our investments in photovoltaics are a clear commitment to sustainability and responsibility towards future generations. With these measures, we are setting an important example for a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future.’