Skyline shows off unique concentrating solar arrays

Skyline shows off unique concentrating solar arrays

Skyline Solar, maker of uniquely-shaped concentrating photovoltaic panels, has unveiled its first demo system in San Jose, Calif. The company struck a deal with the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority to generate more than 30 kilowatts of power.

The architecture of Skyline’s installations sets it apart from other solar equipment makers like Ausra, Heliovolt and Optisolar. Shaped like a W, each long row of panels uses inexpensive reflective material to bounce more sunlight directly onto solar… Continue Reading