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Because innovation is the driving force behind change, the EnerGaïa Forum wanted to highlight the innovations and technical advances made by its exhibitors in response to the major energy transition challenges of today and tomorrow. For the first time this year, the show is launching the Innovation Trophies.
4 prizes will be awarded in 4 new, cross-disciplinary categories, and 1 “Coup de cœur” prize will be awarded by the Occitanie Pyrénées / Méditerranée Region to one of the 11 nominated projects.
Click on the category to see the nominees:
International category
CITEL-2CP
For its DPVN surge arrester range
Citel innovates with the DPVN range, designed to protect photovoltaic installations (inverters, solar panels) from power surges and lightning strikes. Thanks to patented Central Thermal Control® technology, these compact surge protectors increase safety by reducing the risk of short-circuits. They include 1+2+3 and 2+3 models, covering voltages from 600 to 1500 Vdc. Combined models 1+2+3 offer a discharge capacity of 12.5 kA, while types 2+3 reach 40 kA, exceeding the IEC 61643-32 standard. Ideal for residential, industrial and remote solar farm sites.
FHE
For Inelio®
Inelio® is an innovative thermal storage system using solid-gas sorption to transform solar energy into chemical potential. It uses green refrigerant gas (R717) and 95% recyclable materials. This system guarantees stable performance for 20 years or 20,000 cycles. Inelio® maximizes solar production by storing excess energy for total autonomy. Suitable for the residential, tertiary and industrial sectors, it is ideal for rural or hot areas, meeting independent cooling needs.
Deployability category
FEEDGY
For agrivoltaic modules
French specialist in PV plant optimization, FEEDGY offers a patented module specifically dedicated to agrivoltaics. It incorporates the best PV cell technologies and is based on advanced photonics technology. On the same surface, it combines solar electricity production with high yields, without compromising agricultural production, which benefits from the presence of the panels: protection against the vagaries of the weather, reduced evapotranspiration, lower water consumption… while taking advantage of the light resource. Applications: fruit, vegetable, horticultural and pasture crops.
KLAAS ALL ROAD
For the K350E trailer-mounted crane
The K350E is a 3.5-tonne, 100% electric trailer-mounted crane featuring advanced technologies for driving comfort and high performance. Its maximum load capacity is 1,600 kg, with a lateral reach of 22 metres for a 250 kg load. Its lithium-battery-powered electric motor offers enhanced autonomy and durability. This battery can be recharged from a 230-volt socket, even during operation, thanks to optimized consumption. The crane can only perform important tasks with battery power.
SWEEN PILOTIC
For its Linky radio transmitter TeeKY by Pilotic
TeeKY by Pilotic is an innovative tool for energy data management and the Smart Grid. This Linky Radio Transmitter (ERL) integrates easily into existing infrastructures, without the need for WiFi, pairing or configuration. Thanks to its unlimited range (NBIoT – 4G), TeeKY offers a real-time view of energy data on the distribution network. It revolutionizes access to and use of Linky meter data, facilitating informed decisions and optimized management of energy resources.
Ecosystem category
EPC SOLAIRE
For RénoVoltaïque
EPC Solaire has developed iNovaR, a solar panel mounting solution for flat roofs. This system preserves the ribbed steel sheets of commercial and industrial buildings, facilitating their solarization. In partnership with SIKA and RECTICEL, iNovaR makes it possible to replace heavy roofs with lighter materials, freeing up space for the installation of photovoltaic panels. This process improves thermal insulation and ensures that buildings remain watertight for at least 25 years, while optimizing the addition of solar panels.
SERENYSUN
For Notre énergie La Soie
Notre Energie La Soie is the largest renewable energy community in the Lyon metropolitan area. Located in Vaulx-en-Velin, it incorporates 1,530 solar panels on 3,000 m² of roof space, producing 690 MWh per year. This inclusive project enables professionals and private individuals to benefit from local renewable energy at a controlled rate, without installation or investment. By bringing together various players within a 2 km radius, this initiative is part of a collaborative effort supported by the City of Vaulx-en-Velin and the Metropolis of Lyon.
VOLTALIA
For the Poisy cattle agrivoltaic demonstrator
VOLTALIA has set up a cattle agrivoltaic project in Poisy, in partnership with the Institut de l’Élevage. This 250 kW demonstrator aims to study the impact of solar panels on animal welfare and forage production. Covering an area of 7,820 m², including 1,152 m² covered by solar panels, the project analyzes the microclimate and behavior of the animals over a 5-year period. It is part of a drive to optimize farming practices and develop agrivoltaics to better meet farmers’ needs.
Category circularity
DMEGC SOLAR
For Infinity RT with LRF technology
In a market driven by crystalline silicon photovoltaic modules, DMEGC Solar innovates by integrating Light Reflective Film (LRF) technology into its Infinity RT Full Black Bi-glass PV modules. This innovation enhances module strength by ensuring greater uniformity of glass surface tension, thus reducing the risk of rear glass breakage. What’s more, its uniform black finish makes it aesthetically pleasing and optimizes the photovoltaic module’s performance thanks to improved reflectivity.
SPARQ TECHNOLOGY
For Ligna
By 2025, 150,000 Internet of Things (IoT) devices will be connecting to the Internet every minute around the world, mainly requiring batteries to power them. An estimated 75 million of these batteries are discarded every day. With this in mind, the Swedish company has developed a compact supercapacitor based on bio-sourced materials such as coconut shells. Ultra-thin and solar-powered, this innovation presents itself as a sustainable alternative to batteries, responding to the growing demand for environmentally-friendly energy storage solutions for wireless electronics.
THEVEN ENERGY
For Ecologène®
ECOLOGENE® offers stand-alone solar-powered generators for mobile or stationary use, as an alternative to generators. This tailor-made system, installed on a turnkey basis throughout France, uses solar panels and old electric car batteries. In operation, it emits no pollutants, toxic fumes, noise or odors. This solution, available for sale or hire, is aimed at private individuals and companies for applications in the building and civil engineering sector requiring off-grid intervention, as well as bakers and festivals.
