УIn Spain, the energy company Soleolico has developed the world’s first wind turbine integrated with solar panels, boasting an efficiency rate 25% higher than traditional wind turbines.
The solar panels are mounted directly onto the blades, which capture both wind and solar energy while in motion to ensure 24/7 power generation. The turbine operates silently and at low speeds, making it safe enough for birds to rest on top of the structure.
According to Designboom, this hybrid solar-wind power plant features a special Pure.Tech coating capable of absorbing greenhouse gases directly from the air.
Soleolico highlights that the design is both versatile and compact, which simplifies the installation process and prevents soil damage.
The wind turbine took about 10 years to develop. While the company has not yet announced mass production, it has unveiled its first prototype for public viewing.
Soleolico has developed three models of these wind turbines:
- One with a white structure resembling tree bark;
- A 3D-printed version;
- A model that can be directly integrated into high-voltage power lines and electricity pylons.
Previously, Flower Turbines BV created small vertical wind turbines shaped like tulips, which produce minimal noise and are suitable for urban environments. Meanwhile, the French company New World Wind developed a wind power plant resembling a leafy tree, engineered to be sensitive to even the weakest and most turbulent winds.
Source: Green Portal