October 1, 2025
Nova Southeastern University in Florida has launched the first floating solar array installed at a U.S. university. Developed by D3Energy, the 700 kW project spans 2 acres and features 1,200 solar modules mounted on hurricane-resistant Hydrelio floating platforms.
The array will power student housing while enhancing energy efficiency, land use, and solar panel performance through water cooling. Floating solar can potentially increase energy yield by up to 35.9% compared to conventional land-based systems, making it an ideal solution for institutions with limited land.
This project demonstrates the growing potential of floating PV technology in the U.S., where reservoirs could host over 800 GW of solar capacity, highlighting opportunities for sustainable energy expansion.