Wind Effects on Floating Solar Systems: Why Aerodynamic Design Matters

Introduction Floating photovoltaic (FPV) technology is rapidly expanding beyond lakes and reservoirs into more challenging environments such as ports, industrial basins, and nearshore areas. While these new applications unlock significant opportunities for renewable energy generation, they also introduce new engineering challenges - especially wind loading. To better understand these challenges, HelioRec collaborated with leading academic and research institutions: Faculty of Civil…