The use of solar power to help achieve higher energy ratings and environmental certifications for commercial buildings is a topic of increasing interest to architects, owners and developers of new builds and external envelope retrofits. Current standards and trends are driving the demand for more innovative building solutions, particularly advanced energy saving and energy generation technologies. The objective is to considerably lower the energy consumption of buildings while using to a significant extent renewable energy, including energy produced on-site or nearby.
Guardian has partnered with Garantia Solar, a leading, well established company, to offer a complete range of BIPV product solutions, designed to help meet many projects requirements..
Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) is the integration of solar cells into the building envelope. Photovoltaic materials are used to replace conventional building materials in parts of the building envelope such as the roof, skylights, facades, canopies and spandrel glass. By simultaneously serving as building envelope material and power generator, BIPV systems may help reduce electricity costs, the use of fossil fuels and emission of ozone-depleting gases, as well as increase the value of the building.
Among the key benefits of BIPV is the contribution into transforming the building into an energy efficient building and helping to achieve green building certifications. Guardian can help you find the right BIPV solutions for energy-generating façades, both in terms of power and aesthetics, together with the best solar control glass coatings from the Guardian SunGuard™ range – all integrated in a way that makes them almost unnoticeable or aesthetically pleasing.
1. Garantia Solar has an extensive expertise and a wide range of products for BIPV applications. Guardian together with Garantia Solar may offer an upfront advice, guidance and expertise on BIPV solutions (aesthetics, performance and integration to the building envelope) in addition to consultation about traditional façade areas.
2. High performing BIPV glass.
3. Fast response times and reactiveness to customer enquiries.
4. Tailored BIPV product solution to match your project requirement.
5. Expert support from specification to project implementation.