What is a photovoltaic curtain wall?

Building Integrated Photovoltaics At Onyx Solar we provide tailor-made photovoltaic glass in terms of size, shape, transparency, and color for any curtain wall design. Photovoltaic curtain walls transform any building into a self-sufficient energy infrastructure and enhance the building's architectural design.

Does photovoltaic curtain wall system cost more than traditional curtain-wall system?

Photovoltaic curtain-wall system may have higher labor costs than traditional curtain-wall and other traditional systems especially in the United States. The demand and manufacturing production volumes are lower in United States than Europe. Existing BIPV system projects show high design and final project costs.

What is photovoltaic architectural glazing?

Photovoltaic architectural glazing enables buildings to produce extra energy while maintaining their design, functionality, and views. They enhance thermal comfort and help prevent the greenhouse effect. A standard curtain wall offers no return on investment.

What is a spandrel Photovoltaic Glass?

Similarly, Onyx Solar’s innovative spandrel glass not only offers a sleek appearance but also generates clean, renewable energy. Traditionally used to cover building structures, our opaque spandrel photovoltaic glass delivers superior energy efficiency with high solar energy yield, thanks to its dense solar cell integration.

What is a photovoltaic facade?

Thanks to Pure Solar, Photovoltaic Facade buildings become a real power plant, keeping their design appealing, aesthetic, efficient and functional. PV facades are becoming a popular application for photovoltaic glass in buildings. They allow for owners to generate power from areas of the building they had never thought of.

Is a photovoltaic facade worth it?

The answer is zero. In contrast, a photovoltaic facade will not only insulate the building, but generate power for over 30 years, helping our customers decrease their monthly electricity bills, and therefore, paying for itself. We work hand in hand with architects and design professionals creating their designs with photovoltaic glass.