What is a solar facade?

Image Courtesy of SolarLab This solar facade solution, with its many shapes and tilted panels, fully leverages the design freedom afforded by the cladding system to create dynamic and appealing architecture, whose photovoltaic systems are resilient against partial shadowing, and ensure a long operational life, even in the harsh winters.

Are solar facade systems a sustainable solution?

With 85% to 95% of the European building stock still expected to be in use by 2050, it is imperative to address retrofitting with a sustainable approach. For that reason, solar facade systems offer promising scope for action in the green transition, given that buildings account for a high percentage of global energy consumption.

Are all facades suitable for solar panels?

Photovoltaic panels require direct and consistent exposure to sunlight to function optimally. This means not all facades are suitable for solar panel installation, especially those inadequately exposed or shaded during the day. Hence, orientation, shading and structural integration are all fundamental elements for the systems’ success.

What is a photovoltaic facade?

Also known as photovoltaic facades, they represent a photovoltaic technology type used to generate electrical energy by integrating solar panels directly into the vertical surfaces of buildings.

Can solar panels be used for facade cladding?

METSOLAR Solar panels for facades & ventilated PV systems Solar panels can be used as solar facade cladding solution that fits both new facades (for integration) and existing facades for renovation or update of facade, turning it to energy efficient building solution.

What are the different types of solar facades?

Save this picture! Among the types of custom solar facades, architects and designers can choose between two types: Sequins and Skin. Sequins integrates individually tilted panels that allow complete freedom for designing three-dimensional facades, where panels can be customized in tilt angle, orientation, and shape.