Distinguished by its biophilic structure, Solar Trees Marketplace (Shanghai, China) incorporates considered environmental and sustainable design initiatives.
The German family-owned company Glasvordach offers solar patio roofs and solar carports that are custom-fitted to the building using 3D technology. Customers can configure
Creating an outdoor living space that can be enjoyed year-round requires careful consideration of design, materials, and functionality. A solar terrace, combining the benefits of a traditional
Completed in 2023 in Shanghai, China. Images by Eiichi Kano. An “architectural forest” of 32 trees in Shanghai, designed by Koichi Takada Architects, has been built to serve
Transform your sun-soaked dreams into reality with glass terrace designs that blend the great outdoors with plush comfort.
Introducing our high-performance Solar Glass for terrace or carport, designed to harness the power of the sun while adding a modern touch to your outdoor space. This innovative solar
The German family-owned company Glasvordach offers solar patio roofs and solar carports that are custom-fitted to the building using
Transform your sun-soaked dreams into reality with glass terrace designs that blend the great outdoors with plush
For the open overhead glazing of patios or terraces, a module construction in glass-glass technology is to be considered sufficient; in closed rooms such as sun-porches or
Photovoltaic glass is a type of glass that integrates solar cells into its structure, allowing it to generate electricity from sunlight. Unlike traditional solar panels, this glass can be
For the open overhead glazing of patios or terraces, a module construction in glass-glass technology is to be considered sufficient; in
Our latest generation of the Solar terrace, the SOLARGLAS CUBE, combines modern design with sustainability and functionality. The highlight of the CUBE is our unique Premium
How Solar Glass Technology Powers Modern Buildings The integration of solar glass into modern architecture represents one of the most significant advances in sustainable
Completed in 2023 in Shanghai, China. Images by Eiichi Kano. An “architectural forest” of 32 trees in Shanghai, designed by Koichi Takada Architects, has been built to serve
The Southern African solar container market is experiencing significant growth, with demand increasing by over 420% in the past five years. Containerized solar solutions now account for approximately 38% of all temporary and mobile solar installations in the region. South Africa leads with 45% market share, driven by mining operations, agricultural applications, remote communities, and construction site power needs that have reduced energy costs by 60-70% compared to diesel generators. The average system size has increased from 40kW to over 250kW, with innovative container designs cutting transportation costs by 65% compared to traditional solutions. Emerging technologies including bifacial modules and integrated energy management have increased energy yields by 25-35%, while modular designs and local assembly have created new economic opportunities across the solar container value chain. Typical containerized projects now achieve payback periods of 3.5-5.5 years with levelized costs below R1.40/kWh.
Containerized energy storage solutions are revolutionizing power management across South Africa's industrial and commercial sectors. Mobile 20ft and 40ft BESS containers now provide flexible, scalable energy storage with deployment times reduced by 70% compared to traditional stationary installations. Advanced lithium-ion technologies (LFP and NMC) have increased energy density by 40% while reducing costs by 35% annually. Intelligent energy management systems now optimize charging/discharging cycles based on real-time electricity pricing (including Eskom time-of-use tariffs), increasing ROI by 50-70%. Safety innovations including advanced thermal management and integrated fire suppression have reduced risk profiles by 90%. These innovations have improved project economics significantly, with commercial and industrial energy storage projects typically achieving payback in 2.5-4.5 years through peak shaving, demand charge reduction, and backup power capabilities. Recent pricing trends show standard 20ft containers (250kWh-850kWh) starting at R1.6 million and 40ft containers (850kWh-2.5MWh) from R3.2 million, with flexible financing including lease-to-own and energy-as-a-service models available.