Building-Integrated Photovoltaics: Task 15 Meeting in Canada

30 June, 2025

International experts discussed new developments and standards for building-integrated photovoltaics in Montreal. UAS Technikum Wien deepened existing partnerships and opportunities for collaboration in research activities.

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Building-Integrated Photovoltaics: Task 15 Meeting in Canada

From June 13 to 18, 2025, the IEA PVPS Task 15 Meeting took place in Montreal, Canada. UAS Technikum Wien was also actively represented here. Momir Tabakovic, Head of the Renewable Energy Technologies Competence Field at UAS Technikum Wien and expert for Austria delegated by the Federal Ministry for Innovation, Mobility and Infrastructure (BMIMI), took part in the meeting. The meeting, organized by Concordia University and Natural Resources Canada, brought together international experts to further advance the integration of Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV).

Market development, fire safety, long-term reliability, and international standardization

The topics covered at the meeting included market development, fire safety, glare characterization, long-term reliability, and international standardization. Particular attention was paid to collaboration with IEA PVPS Task 1 and Task 13, with session topics focusing on customized and colored BIPV systems, BIM-based modeling, and sustainability labeling.

Impressive large-scale photovoltaic system on the roof

In addition to the discussions, there was an opportunity to visit the offices of Lemay, where innovative approaches to interior design are being applied. An impressive large-scale photovoltaic system on the roof and a solar façade were on display, providing a good example of sustainable architecture in practice.

In addition to participating in the workshop, Momir Tabakovic also took the opportunity to visit Concordia University. This not only deepened existing collaborations, but also discussed new opportunities for cooperation and research activities between UAS Technikum Wien and the university. Of particular note were the visits to the university’s state-of-the-art laboratories, which support innovative research in the field of sustainable buildings and photovoltaics.

Development of sustainable, energy-efficient urban solutions

UAS Technikum Wien is also active in other IEA tasks, such as Task 4 on climate-neutral neighborhoods (led by Karthik Bhat) and Annex 83 on resilient low-energy buildings. Together with international partners, the university is committed to developing sustainable, energy-efficient urban solutions.

By participating in these international workshops and networking with global experts, the University of Applied Sciences Technikum Wien is strengthening its role as a driving force for innovative energy solutions and sustainable development.