Abstract: The disclosure relates to a photovoltaic element having a sealing web with at least one photovoltaic module which is mounted on one side of the sealing web and has contact points and electrical connections. The contact points of the photovoltaic module can be arranged on a side facing the sealing web, and the electrical connections can pass through the sealing web.

Abstract: A device and system for generating electricity with a photovoltaic floatation device is provided. The device comprises one or more photovoltaic cells, which are attached to a panel that is removably attached to a floatation element. The device allows users to utilize the surface areas of water for placement of photovoltaic cells. Multiple devices can be mechanically connected to allow for the formation of one or more photovoltaic floatation device grids. The system comprises one or more photovoltaic floatation devices that are anchored to a particular area in a body of water and are electrically connected to one or more inverters.