Singapore Terrace Photovoltaic Glass

AGC's photovoltaic glass is a type of BIPV (building-integrated photovoltaic) module, made from laminated glass, which can generate power while letting in sunlight. By encapsulating photovoltaic cells between two sheets of glass, energy can be created in canopies, skylights, and facade glass.

If these facade areas can be used for solar power generation, it will greatly increase Singapore's solar photovoltaic potential. Therefore, HDB is further researching how to optimize vertical solar photovoltaic installations to utilize solar energy on the vertical facets of buildings.

Given Singapore's urbanized high-rise high-density environment, the façade area far exceeds the roof area. If these facade areas can be used for solar power generation, it will greatly increase Singapore's solar photovoltaic potential.

As the photovoltaic cells are integrated with the glass, it negates the need to have separate conventional solar panels installed on the rooftop. SunEwat is AGC's glass-embedded photovoltaic solution, offering architects an efficient and aesthetically pleasing solution for energy-generating glass facades.

Preliminary requirement for adhere to regulations Photovoltaic modules are tested and certified to meet the requirements of SCDF Acceptance Standard 39.2 for Regulated Fire Safety Products and Materials. Qualified Persons (QP) are required to obtain approval from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) for proposed Wall mounted solar PV solutions.

The use of photovoltaic glass still remains in the domain of commercial use due to its high cost of installation and upkeep but if cheaper materials were to be used, regular people could have a bigger share of this planet saving invention. Looking for Photovoltaic (PV) Glass Solutions in Singapore? Tap into the vast power of unlimited solar energy.