Innovations Golm

Photovoltaic chairlift becomes reality

With the construction of a globally unique facility featuring an integrated solar power system, VKW, Illwerke, and Doppelmayr are once again demonstrating their innovative spirit. Together, they are realizing a new photovoltaic chairlift in the Golm ski area, where one third of the energy required is generated by solar power. With this advanced solution, Doppelmayr is setting another milestone in modern ropeway technology and making an important step toward a sustainable future.

The valley station, mountain station, and the chairlift terminal of the new Hüttenkopfbahn will be equipped with highly efficient photovoltaic elements. What makes this unique is that the solar elements are directly integrated into Doppelmayr’s standard station structures. They blend seamlessly and discreetly into the appearance of the chairlift facility and the surrounding landscape.

The solar energy generated will cover one third of the total electricity demand of the entire ropeway. During 1,000 hours of operation per year, the chairlift at Golm consumes 180,000 kilowatt hours. Of this, 60,000 are produced by the solar power system—equivalent to the annual consumption of about 15 single-family homes. Depending on the location and performance of a lift, this newly developed system can even achieve a remarkable reduction in energy demand of up to 50 percent.

New highlights for children and families

- Golmi Kindergarten - for non-skiers - FREE
- Trial day in Golmi Land - for the little skiers
- Golm-X - the exciting course for young and old
- Kickerline - 3 jumps combined
- Children's disco at the Golmibar - every Thursday
- Golmi Forest - a different skiing experience