The Driving Force Behind Sunsurf Solar
About Us
Sunsurf Solar was founded in 2020 by Marc Montgomery, Martin Örgård, and Björn Larsson. The company was born out of a shared commitment to the increasingly pressing climate situation and the need to accelerate the development of sustainable solutions in the market.
With backgrounds in civil engineering and environmental science and experience in technology development in the offshore sector, floating solar cells became a natural and exciting challenge. After several years of technology development, testing and validation of the technology, Sunsurf Solar has developed solutions that enable the installation of competitive floating and pile-free solar solutions in a Nordic climate.
Re-Shaping the Future of
Sustainable Energy
The Driving Force Behind
Sunsurf Solar was founded in 2020 with a clear vision: to actively contribute to the green transition and develop innovative technology. At Sunsurf Solar, we combine long-term commitment with innovation to enable the transition to renewable and sustainable energy. Our floating solar solutions transform unused water surfaces into sources of clean energy, reduce evaporation, limit algae blooms, and enable progress toward a more sustainable future.
Sunsurf Solar
Sunsurf Solar was founded in 2020 by Marc Montgomery, Martin Örgård, and Björn Larsson. The company was born out of a shared commitment to the increasingly pressing climate situation and the need to accelerate the development of sustainable solutions on the market.
With backgrounds as civil engineers and environmental scientists, and experience in technology development in the offshore sector, floating photovoltaics became a natural and exciting challenge. After several years of technology development, testing, and validation, Sunsurf Solar has developed solutions that enable the installation of competitive floating solar cells and pile-free photovoltaics in a Nordic climate.
Industry- and Sustainability Awards
2025
The Grand Engineering Award - Innovation
This year's winner of the Grand Engineering Award in Innovation stands out for its innovative technology with great potential to revolutionize our energy production. The company has developed a system that not only represents a technical innovation, but has also been successfully implemented in ongoing projects with real social benefits.
Ny Teknik, Preem AB, Scania Group, Skanska, Sweco & Trafikverket
2025
E-Prize Finalists - Renewable Energy
The company's solution has several benefits: in addition to producing local energy, it protects against water evaporation and frees up valuable land area. The double-sided panels, combined with natural cooling from the water, also increase energy production.
Aktuell Hållbarhet, Dagens Industri & EON
2025
Top 10 Start-Up4Climate
Startup 4 Climate is one of our most urgent initiatives to date. We believe that innovation and collaboration is key as we move into the future, which is why this challenge is aimed at young companies with ideas that can speed up the energy transition and limit global warming to 1,5 degrees.
Ellevio & GodEl
2024
Startup of the Year 2024
Sunsurf Solar plays an important role in the green transition and is pushing the boundaries of what is possible with solar energy! Their technology not only contributes to environmental benefits, it also enables large-scale solutions, smarter land use, and economic advantages.
Innovatum Science Park
2024
Solar Energy Awards
With Sweden's first floating solar cell facility, Sunsurf Solar demonstrates that the limits of solar energy in Sweden are not confined to ground and roof installations. Their work is an ideal example of initiative and an inspiring reminder that technological development and sustainability can go hand in hand.
Swedish Solar Energy Association
The start of the journey. On September 18, 2020, Sunsurf Solar AB was founded in Gothenburg with the vision of developing floating solar cell systems adapted to the Nordic climate.
From the outset, the focus was on sustainable design, with components made from recycled aluminum and HDPE, and collaboration with local suppliers. The prototypes were developed that same year: PowerModule™ for water surfaces and PeatModule™ for peatlands—two innovations that laid the foundation for our continued development.
A key breakthrough year.
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Sunsurf Solar sells and installs its first pilot project—a floating solar cell facility on the irrigation pond at Sötåsen Agricultural College in Västra Götaland.
An important step confirming that the technology works in practice under Nordic conditions.
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Sunsurf Solar is accepted into the Innovatum Startup Incubator and receives strategic support to further develop the technology behind our floating solar energy solutions.
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Early pilot projects are generating great interest from municipalities, industries, waste companies and farmers, who see the potential in the solutions for both energy and surface efficiency.
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In 2023, interest in the technology is growing rapidly.
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Sunsurf Solar is accepted into the Founders Loft Incubator in Gothenburg and receives support from both Founders Loft and Innovatum to accelerate technology development.
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The team also participates in SVT's Draknästet, where the vision of sustainable energy on water surfaces reaches a national audience.
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A year of expansion and technological breakthroughs.
Sunsurf Solar completes Sweden’s first peat-adapted solar installation in Västra Götaland — a unique project utilizing our proprietary PeatModule™ technology.
We also construct Halland’s first floating solar power plant at Tångagård in Falkenberg, and establish Sunsurf Solar Energy AB — our sister company offering PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) solutions for flexible and sustainable energy supply.
In addition, Sunsurf Solar is named Startup of the Year 2024 at the Trollhättan Business Awards.
A historic year for Sunsurf Solar . On the company's fifth anniversary, we are awarded the Stora Ingenjörspriset in the Innovation category, in recognition of our pioneering work with liquid solar energy.
Several major steps are being taken during the year:
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Commissioning of Skåne's first floating solar cell plant, an important step for the region's green transition.
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Commissioning of Sweden's largest floating solar park, a milestone for Swedish solar energy.
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Sunsurf Solar becomes a finalist in E-Prize 2025, a testament to our innovative power and technical expertise.
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Coming:
Sunsurf Solar continues to drive development forward and will install Öland's first floating solar cell plant in 2026 - a project that marks the next step in our journey towards a sustainable energy future.
More information coming soon.
Who we are at Sunsurf Solar
With a background in environmental and political science, Marc has extensive experience working with issues at the intersection of sustainability, innovation, and social development, and has thereby built up a broad understanding of both the strategic and practical aspects of climate change.
At Sunsurf Solar, Marc is CEO and responsible for the company's strategy, the development of long-term partnerships, and team management. His primary focus is on establishing floating solar energy as a clear solution for both small- and large-scale projects.
Martin Örgård is a civil engineer in marine technology with ten years of experience in the offshore industry. He has worked on the development of HVDC platforms, floating wind power, and wave power in projects for both Swedish and international players.
He is one of the founders of Sunsurf Solar and currently serves as technical director with responsibility for system and technology development. Sunsurf focuses on developing sustainable and cost-effective solutions with high quality and long-term operational reliability.
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Björn holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a master's degree in Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology. With a background as a calculation engineer at SAAB Aeronautics, Björn has experience in advanced strength analyses, testing and evaluation of complete aircraft, and project management in international teams. He has also worked in compliance with REACH and ROHS directives. In the offshore sector, Björn has worked as a naval architect on projects related to battery development, offshore wind power, and gas platforms, as well as a project manager.
At the company, Björn is COO and is responsible for establishing and implementing projects, with a particular focus on engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC).
Embla Jansson is a civil engineer with a bachelor's degree in industrial design engineering and a master's degree in product development from Chalmers University of Technology. Her expertise lies in product development with a focus on innovation and cost efficiency combined with sustainability. At Sunsurf Solar, Embla works with technology development, project planning, and the creation of customized solutions.
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Phone:
+46 76-262 18 49
Email:
marc.montgomery@sunsurf.se
Address:
Vasagatan 7
41124 Gothenburg
Sweden
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