Photovoltaics (PV) is not really a new technology. Although its principles have been known for a long time, a number of difficulties have prevented it from broad market penetration. Aside from the development of new, more cost-effective technologies, possible solutions are either large-scale production or innovative programmes in urban areas that aim to make these new technologies available for more people. In 1995 the city of Lausanne, member of Energie-Cités, received the European solar price for its policy promoting solar energy and, in particular, for installing PV systems in the Olympic stadium.
This case study was elaborated by Energie-Cités in collaboration with the municipal energy company of the city of Lausanne. It received funding from the French Energy Management and Environment Agency (ADEME).
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Ville de Lausanne Direction des Services Industriels, Service de l'énergie
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