Five unusual places to install solar panels in Switzerland

Solar energy is essential to achieving a zero-emission society, but it requires enough space for solar panels. From rails to lakes, here are some of the most curious and promising places to gather solar energy, according to the Swiss. Switzerland wants to dramatically increase its solar energy production. By 2050, photovoltaics and other renewable sources will have to meet 60% of the country’s electricity needs. Last year, Switzerland produced 7.5% of its electricity from the sun, according to the Swiss Federal Office of Energy. It’s a higher share than the global average, but lower than in European countries such as Germany, Italy or Austria. To reach its goal, Switzerland will have to quadruple its current capacity for solar installations, according to a recent report. Roofs and building façades are the most suitable places to produce solar energy, with potential to produce more than ten times more electricity than today. But some projects are targeting panel installation on more ...