Introducing our latest milestone in fire safety: the Fire Safety Guideline for Building Applied Photovoltaic Systems on Flat Roofs. In response to the growing prevalence of photovoltaic (PV) systems, particularly on flat roofs, we've developed this comprehensive guide to address the pressing issue of PV-related fires and mitigate their potential impact.

This guideline offers actionable insights and recommendations derived from robust scientific experiments and reliable statistics. By providing clear guidance on effective safety measures, we aim to empower stakeholders to minimize fire risks associated with PV systems.

As part of the REPowerEU plan, the EU Commission has defined an ambitious strategy for making the installation of rooftop solar energy compulsory for all buildings. This is now being implemented via the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) requiring solar energy installations on most buildings in the future.

Member States shall ensure the deployment of suitable solar energy installations as follows:

Initial findings indicate that risk related to the installation of PV panels is not only associated with increased fire load and the possibility of ignition, but also with how a fire develops on a roof. This change in fire behavior will, if not addressed accordingly, increase the extent and speed of fire spread and thus also the intensity and consequences of fires. At the same time, the presence of electrically charged PV modules and physical obstacles poses an additional challenge for firefighters dealing with such rooftop fires.

Explore the Fire Safety Guideline for Building Applied Photovoltaic Systems on Flat Roofs to enhance the safety and resilience of your buildings equipped with PV systems. Check out the webinar about Fire Safety Guideline in the link below.

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