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Thalmassing sheds light on the future: two new PV systems inaugurated!
Thalmassing inaugurates two new photovoltaic systems, reduces electricity costs and promotes a sustainable energy future for children's homes and schools.
Thalmassing sheds light on the future: two new PV systems inaugurated!
On January 30, 2026, two new photovoltaic systems were ceremoniously inaugurated in the municipality of Thalmassing. These are located on the roof of the St. Nikolaus children's home and the multi-purpose hall and have a total output of 226 kWp. Mayor Raffael Parzefall, together with the citizens' energy cooperative BERR eG, welcomed those present to the inauguration ceremony.
The photovoltaic system on the St. Nikolaus children's home has an output of 33.3 kWp and supplies the children's home directly with electricity. This not only leads to a direct reduction in electricity costs, but also enables the electricity generated to be used without grid fees. The multi-purpose hall, on the other hand, with an output of 193.8 kWp, supplies the adjacent school. Excess electricity is fed into the public grid.
Economic and ecological benefits
Through this project, the municipality of Thalmassing can significantly reduce its electricity costs without having to make its own investments. The concept of the citizen energy cooperative BERR eG, which rents the roofs from the community, builds the systems and sells the electricity generated, contributes to improving the community's climate footprint. Local electricity is cheaper and offers long-term price security.
The systems are not only technically advanced, but also use bifacial modules that have been installed on the roofs. A special fastening system for folded metal roofs ensures that the modules can be operated optimally. In addition, a data logger monitors the electricity production and supply of the two facilities.
Commitment of the citizens' energy cooperative
BERR eG, which was founded in 2012, aims to make green electricity generation accessible to all citizens. By January 2026, the cooperative had successfully implemented 67 projects with a total output of over 5 MW. These projects help avoid around 1,700 tons of CO2 annually. The cooperative currently employs four permanent employees and a large number of volunteers who promote the commitment to renewable energies.
As part of the inauguration, a workshop on balcony power plants took place, which introduced citizens to the use of small photovoltaic systems. This offering is intended to further raise awareness of sustainable energy initiatives in the community.
The commissioning of the two photovoltaic systems is an important step for Thalmassing. The municipality thus shows that it is actively contributing to the energy transition and at the same time improving the quality of life of its citizens. For many, this is a sign that local energy projects are both ecologically sound and economically viable.