Solar Pond Fountains Floating| Solar Powered Aeration System Solar Powered Pond Fountains and Aeration Systems Now any AC powered fountains or aerators can be powered by solar! Decorative floating fountains or aerating fountains are a popular feature in many ponds. In addition to fountains or aerators used for agricultural and decorative ponds, many times these units are installed as a means of mosquito control. Since these fountains are often installed in bodies of standing water where grid power is not available and prohibitively expensive to extend, solar power is the answer.