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BIPV
Shading Structure System (70kW, Kouchi, Japan) Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) represent the combination of proven renewable power generating technology and the building exterior using traditional building practices. It means that solar panels are planned and built along with the building structure. This combination brings benefits such as:

  • Financial appeal - costs are combined for a building material and power generation
  • Distributed power generation - greater independence and less reliance on centralized fossil fuel power sources
  • Economies of scale - leverages large inventory of constructed surface area for renewable power production
  • Improved real estate values - capitalize on short and long term property investment
  • Easy integration to standard construction practice - can be retrofitted to existing construction or installed new
  • No independent support structures - minimize system cost
  • Hassle-free operation - low to no maintenance with no moving parts
  • Improved aesthetics - avoids the look of being an afterthought or add-on

Skylight System (20kW, Fukuoka, Japan)

Solar panels can be integrated into many types of exterior materials, including roofs, walls, shadings, or windows. BIPV not only creates environmentally friendly solar power, but also enhances co-existence with nature and visual harmony with the environment. Interest in BIPV, where the PV panels actually become an integral part of the building, has been growing worldwide in the energy and construction industry.

Harness the sun with BIPV and add to your power.
Please click here to download module specifications and 2-dimensional CAD drawings of our current product line.

Skylight System (20kW, Fukuoka, Japan)

 
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