Freistadt adds another innovation to its landscape! On July 16, 2024, the first SOLAR SKY PARK officially went into operation at the INKOBA Freistadt-South industrial park, right next to the GLUATNEST. With 22 fast-charging points and an intelligent weather-dependent tariff model, the park sets new standards in e-mobility and renewable energy.
Official opening of the solar-powered charging park
The opening event was a great success. Numerous guests – including Regional Minister for Economic Affairs Markus Achleitner – joined us in celebrating this important milestone. A special highlight: the first charging session, when the Freistadt Brewery’s truck was connected to one of the fast chargers. A relaxed, inspiring atmosphere made this event truly unforgettable.
Klaus Pichlbauer, Managing Director of INNOVAMETALL, summed it up: “With the SOLAR SKY PARK, we’re creating regional value through cooperation with local companies. It’s a great opportunity to take the transition from fossil fuels to clean energy into our own hands. Whether on public parking areas, in housing developments or company premises – every installation increases energy security and independence from global uncertainties. We are safeguarding our way of life for the long term.”
What makes the SOLAR SKY PARK unique?
The project was realised in cooperation with eww Anlagentechnik and neoom – a showcase of how innovation and partnership can deliver forward-looking energy and mobility solutions.
Regional collaboration at its best
Ein besonderer Dank gilt der Zusammenarbeit mit unseren Partnern eww Anlagentechnik und neoom. Gemeinsam haben wir dieses wegweisende Projekt realisiert und gezeigt, wie durch Kooperation und Innovation zukunftsweisende Energie- und Mobilitätslösungen entstehen können.
"Thanks to the neoom storage system, the SOLAR SKY PARK can balance excess PV generation and peak loads from consumers like machines or fast chargers – ensuring stable energy supply and even emergency power. We’ve focused on smart interfaces and energy management systems to meet all customer requirements. Our goal is to shape a simple, future-proof mobility infrastructure that drives the energy transition – with tangible cost benefits for users,“ explains Walter Kreisel, CEO of neoom.
Markus Zeppetzauer, Head of Energy Concepts at eww Anlagentechnik, adds: “Our role covers electrical installation, charging technology, energy concepts and load management. The key advantage: customers receive a turnkey system that can be configured or expanded easily – whether with AC or DC chargers. The plug-and-play principle keeps installation effort low and ensures cost efficiency. We also handle integration with the customer’s own PV systems, enabling flexible on-site electricity pricing through the SOLAR SKY PARK.”
Simple entry for municipalities and businesses
For municipalities, companies and housing developers, the SOLAR SKY PARK offers a straightforward way to transform existing parking areas into modern energy hubs. Interested parties can contact any of the three partners to receive a tailored proposal based on local conditions and individual needs. All coordination is handled by a single contact partner, and implementation is fast, modular and requires minimal construction work.
Key facts – SOLAR SKY PARK Freistadt-South
- Largest fast-charging park in the Mühlviertel region
- 22 fast-charging points with up to 300 kW
- Dynamic solar-based tariff, adjusted hourly with direct card payment
- All-in-one solution for energy and mobility – simple, weather-protected and efficient
- Renewable energy generation via PV canopies on existing parking areas
- Upper Austrian collaboration: INNOVAMETALL × eww Anlagentechnik × neoom
- Integrated mobility concept: covered bike boxes, e-bike charging and sharing options
Visit Freistadt and experience how the future of e-mobility works – live at the SOLAR SKY PARK. Find more information about the innovative fast-charging park here.
Header image: (c) Martin Pröll
