KOSTAL Pressebereich

28/02/2025

KOSTAL PLENTICORE G3 inverter receives the prestigious GOOD DESIGN® Award

The well-thought-out design – awarded the GOOD DESIGN® Award – combines technological innovation with ease of use and seamless integration into modern photovoltaic systems.

GOOD DESIGN

Freshly awarded: GOOD DESIGN® Award for PLENTICORE G3

The KOSTAL PLENTICORE G3 inverter has been honored with the prestigious GOOD DESIGN® Award. This award recognizes outstanding product design that unites innovation, functionality, and sustainability.

"This award highlights our commitment to high-quality and innovative solutions in the field of renewable energy," says Andreas Schmalenberg, Product Manager for KOSTAL inverters.

"The PLENTICORE G3 represents the perfect combination of technological advancement, user-friendliness, and environmental awareness."

PLENTICORE G3: Award-winning design for maximum efficiency

The KOSTAL PLENTICORE G3 is a highly efficient and versatile inverter designed specifically for modern solar systems. Featuring intelligent energy management technology, flexible applications, and user-friendly operation, it sets new industry standards.

GOOD DESIGN
The GOOD DESIGN® Award recognizes the well-thought-out design, which goes far beyond mere functionality. As the heart of any photovoltaic system, the inverter’s design ensures energy conversion efficiency as well as the device's longevity and reliability.

Additionally, the PLENTICORE G3 offers an "intuitive user interface and flexible configuration options, enabling easy installation and maintenance," according to the jury.

"An appealing and functional design makes it easier for both installers and end users to operate the device safely and efficiently."

"Our design approach unites aesthetics and functionality: The PLENTICORE G3 merges dynamic lines into a timeless and expressive form. The modular structure and digital expansion options make it a product that is both visually impressive and long-lasting while being resource-efficient," says Kevin Klöckner, Design Lead at Generationdesign.
"The well-thought-out design also supports heat dissipation and ensures optimal cooling, securing the inverter’s performance and extending its lifespan," adds Andreas Schmalenberg.

With its combination of technological innovation, functional design, and aesthetic appeal, the KOSTAL PLENTICORE G3 sets new standards for sustainability, efficiency, and user comfort in solar technology.


KOSTAL PLENTICORE G3 prevails
The KOSTAL PLENTICORE G3 has stood out in a strong international competition against numerous entries from over 60 countries and has been awarded the GOOD DESIGN® Award. This recognition highlights KOSTAL's outstanding innovation and design expertise while reinforcing the company's position as a leading provider of modern solar technology.

For KOSTAL, this success is a confirmation of their strategy to develop sustainable and user-friendly solutions that meet the highest quality and efficiency standards. At the same time, the award demonstrates that solar technology and sustainability "Made in Germany" can set global benchmarks.


About the Award

The GOOD DESIGN® Award is a globally recognized seal of excellence in design. The KOSTAL PLENTICORE G3 convinced the international jury with its forward-thinking design, superior energy efficiency, and sustainable concept.

This year, the competition received a record number of submissions, with over 1,000 designs from 52 countries. Only the best innovations from leading manufacturers and design studios worldwide were honored with this prestigious award.