Otovo and Meyer Burger announce collaboration: Energy transition "Made in Europe"

Berlin/Thun/Oslo, 07 February, 2024 - Otovo, Europe's leading marketplace for solar installations, today announces the launch of a partnership with Swiss solar module manufacturer Meyer Burger Technology Ltd, starting in February.

This collaboration underlines the joint commitment to building a more resilient and sustainable energy infrastructure in Europe. As part of this initiative, Meyer Burger's high-quality solar products will be included in the Otovo marketplace as a European, sustainable module alternative.

The partnership will encompass Germany from the start, and is planned to expand Europe broadly thereafter. Germany is the first country in Europe to consider a “resilience bonus” for EU made equipment as part of its “Solarpaket 1” (Solar package one) which is scheduled for parliamentary procedure between 22 February and 22 March of this year.

Tradition meets digital innovation

The alliance combines the traditional expertise of Meyer Burger with the agility of Otovo. Meyer Burger contributes its high-quality solar modules manufactured in Europe, while Otovo contributes its efficient and digital sales process. This symbiosis enables both companies to leverage their individual strengths to serve the European solar market more effectively and offer consumers a wider choice.

– Promoting European products together with a renowned company like Meyer Burger is a great benefit for everyone who wants to drive forward the energy transition. Meyer Burger's modules are a top product that we can bring to consumers' roofs in the shortest possible time with the help of our strong digital network of installers, comments Artur Schreiber, Managing Director Germany at Otovo, on the partnership.

– Thanks to the partnership with Otovo, buying a solar system with Meyer Burger modules is almost as easy as ordering shoes online. End customers can buy a Meyer Burger solar system immediately with just a few clicks. The partnership is therefore a fundamental contribution to resilience in the European energy market, says Gunter Erfurt, CEO of Meyer Burger.

Driving the European energy transition

The companies' commitment results in accessible "Made in Europe" solar energy. It marks a fundamental step towards strengthening resilience and performance in the European solar industry. To further drive this transformation, additional policy measures are needed to ensure fair market conditions and promote local value chains.

– We believe Europe needs a two lane approach in order to ensure deployment of green solutions at scale and at the same time strengthen its R&D and manufacturing capacity. Consumers need to be encouraged to take the right steps for the future, says Andreas Thorsheim, CEO of Otovo.

About Meyer Burger

Meyer Burger has been shaping the solar world for more than 40 years using innovative technologies for improved efficiency. A large proportion of the photovoltaic modules produced worldwide today are based on technologies developed by Meyer Burger. Cells and photovoltaic modules of Meyer Burger are produced in Germany following the highest quality standard and eliminating the use of lead and toxic solvents.