Lärz Rechlin solar park

Initial situation & objectives

The location in the Müritz Airpark brought with it special conditions. Part of the runway remained in operation, which meant that aviation law requirements – such as glare hazards and safety distances – had to be taken into account. The aim was to achieve predictable, high-performance PV generation with high operational stability and grid benefits, offering additional added value with storage technology.

Project goals at a glance:

Stable, scalable RE generation at the active airpark site
Increased system availability through storage integration
Plannable profitability thanks to EEG-subsidized system part
Smooth EPC realization despite complex requirements

Location & general conditions

The combination of an active airfield and historically contaminated subsoil required tailor-made engineering solutions. While the ongoing flight operations required specifications from the Federal Aviation Authority, the inhomogeneous subsoil (relics of earlier bombings) placed high demands on statics and foundations.

Technical solution & implementation

GOLDBECK SOLAR designed the system layout for performance, availability and safe maintenance. Bifacial modules increase the energy yield by utilizing light from the rear. The 7 MWh storage system compensates for short-term fluctuations, shifts loads to the evening and night hours and supports grid-friendly operation. In difficult ground conditions, continuous 2.5 m deep anchoring ensures the durability of the substructure.

Approvals & stakeholder management

The formula for the project’s success lay in the early coordination with all parties involved: airport operators, authorities, experts and suppliers. Interface management and milestone planning ensured that aviation regulations, construction requirements and storage integration all worked together seamlessly.

Results & added value

The result is a high-performance, hybrid PV site that was realized according to plan and can serve as a blueprint for complex areas. Storage integration increases the usability of the electricity generated throughout the day and boosts system efficiency.

Benefit:

• ~ 10,000 households with renewable electricity
• Significant CO₂ reduction through emission-free generation
• Flexibility & security of supply thanks to 7 MWh storage system
• Predictable yields: EEG-subsidized share (~ 20 MWp) stabilizes profitability
• Transferable EPC setup for locations with safety-critical requirements