The design of the Solar Ark was inspired by the vision of an ark embarking onto a journey toward the 21st Century. Only four columns are used to support the entire structure, thus giving the impression of floating in the air.
SANYO Solar Global Site
SOLAR ARK
Large-Scale Solar Power Generation Facility "Solar Ark"
| Overall length | 315m |
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| Height | apex 37.1m, peak at the center 31.6m |
| Width | 13.7m |
| Weight | Approx. 3,000 metric tons |
| Number of solar cell modules | 5,046 |
| Maximum system power | 630kW |
| Annual output energy | Approx. 530,000kWh |
| Petroleum energy equivalent | Approx. 120,310lits per year |
| CO2 reduction | 167t-CO2 per year |
Location: SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. Gifu Plant
180 Ohmori, Anpachi-cho, Anpachi-gun, Gifu
