Optigrün-Solar FKM – The solar green roof with optimised rainwater drainage
Optigrün-Solar FKM is an extensive solar green roof system. It enables a sensible combination of photovoltaics and green roofs. The installation can be carried out without roof penetration due to the load-bearing construction. In addition to sustainable energy generation, the system is characterised by its runoff delay. This contributes to a reduction in the peak runoff coefficient.
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* For 1,000 m², net, material (base plate, bracket, rail system) incl. installation, without PV modules.
** Green roof guide prices for 1,000 m², net, incl. installation, material varies from region to region.
Properties of the Solar FKM system
- Flexible inclination angle: Optionally 10°, 15° or 20°.
- Individual alignment: South or east-west alignment possible.
- Flexible module mounting: Mounting in portrait or landscape format.
- Drainage plate FKM: Ensures a significant reduction of the peak runoff coefficient.
- Drainage plate FKD: Reduces the amount of substrate required for the solar elevation supported by ballast by increasing the load application area.
- Low ballast: Suitable for roofs with limited load-bearing capacity.
- Modular system design: Can be used for new and existing buildings.
- Durability: Weather-resistant materials for a long service life.
- Reliability: no roof penetration to avoid water damage
- Low follow-up costs: easy maintenance
Flood protection and energy production
A central element of the Optigrün-Solar FKM system is the drainage function, which is optimised by the Meander Water Retention Board FKM 30. This ensures that the rainwater flows over a longer distance and is discharged at a reduced rate at the outlet. This significantly reduces the peak runoff coefficient. The roof surface is drained at a considerably lower speed than a gravel roof or a green roof with conventional extensive planting, for example. This relieves the burden on public drainage facilities during heavy rainfall events and protects against flooding resulting from insufficient system capacity.
The even distribution of water ensures an optimal supply for the green roof. It helps to improve the microclimate by increasing evaporation and thus lowering the ambient temperature.
Where can Solar FKM be used to best effect?
The Optigrün-Solar FKM system can be used flexibly – both for new buildings and for retrofitting existing buildings. It integrates photovoltaic modules and extensive greening without penetrating the roof, thus promoting the sustainable use of urban roofs.
- New buildings with extensive greening
- Existing buildings that are retrofitted with green roofs
- Commercial and industrial buildings with suitable flat roofs
- Residential buildings with sustainable energy concepts
- Buildings in urban areas to improve the microclimate
Efficient use of roof space with sustainable added value
The Optigrün-Solar FKM system transforms your roof into a multifunctional surface on which photovoltaics, green roofing and rainwater control work together efficiently. This allows you to generate sustainable energy, improve the water balance and create a future-proof solution for ecological construction. Our team of experts will plan and implement your Optigrün-Solar FKM roof – whether for new buildings or for retrofitting existing roof surfaces.
Contact us by phone on +49 7576 772 284 or by email at solar@optigruen.de to work together to implement a sustainable and efficient solution for your building. We look forward to redesigning your roof together.
System structure Optigrün-Solar FKM
Note: Click on the marked points to get more information!

Photovoltaic Module
Manufacturer as selected
Solar Mounting Frame Solar FKD
- Load-supported solar mounting system consisting of base plate and mounting frame with associated easy mounting rails and module clamps
Sedum Vegetation (optionally with seed mix PVE)
- Sedum planting with several species using vegetation mat, plug plants or sedum cuttings
- learn more: Sedum sprouts
- optionally with seed mix PVE with low-growing herbs
- learn more : Seed mix PVE
Extensive Substrate
- Substrate tailored to the specification
Filter Fleece FIL 105
- Prevents fine particles from being washed into the drainage layer
- High water permeability
- Learn more: Filter Fleece FIL 105
Drainage and Storage Board FKD 25MA
- With large water reservoir and optimum water distribution
- Learn more: Drainage and Storage Board FKD 25
Protection and Storage Fleece RMS 300
- Protects the roof membrane against damage and stores water.
- For inverted roofs, use the Optigrün Trickle Protection Fleece RSV 120 instead of the RMS Fleece.
- learn more: Protection and Storage Fleece RMS 300
Meander Water Retention Board FKM 30 (30 mm)
- Delays discharge of surplus water
- Prevents accumulation of water
- Lighter build-up with better drainage performance
- Temporary water storage only
- learn more: Meander Water Retention Board FKM 30
Complementary products
Technical specifications
Weight* | from 115 kg/m² or 1.15 kN/m² |
Build-up depth | from 120 mm |
Roof pitch | 0-5° |
Vegetation form | Sedum (Herbs) |
Water retention | 50-70 %/year |
Discharge coefficient** | Cs = 0.01 |
Water storage*** | from approx. 54 l/m² |
* In accordance with the requirements of the FLL green roof guidelines, temporary water retention is not taken into account in the weights stated.
** Determined at 0 and 2 % roof pitch in accordance with the FLL method and with different substrate heights. A peak runoff coefficient of Cs≤0.1 should be used for the drainage design. As the slabs must be cut to size during installation, the test value should not be used to design the drainage.
*** Water storage capacity in all layers of the system structure (drainage element incl. temporary water storage, filter layer, substrate and vegetation. Excl. water storage in the protective layer).
Downloads
- Brochure (pdf) 8 MB
- Checklist (pdf) 318 KB
- Plant list (pdf) 379 KB