December 14, 2009

A New Roof and Solar Energy All in One

Is your roof getting old? Is it time to replace it? Why not also consider installing a solar energy system as part of your roof. Cutting edge technology over the last decade called solar shingles has emerged as a newer type of photovoltaic modules that can be incorporated into buildings (BIPV – see previous blog). These solar shingles have been designed to look and act like regular shingles, but have the added benefit of creating energy from the sun. These shingles use flexible thin film cells which allow them to be installed as part of the roof. These shingles help extend the normal roof life by protecting against water damage and ultraviolet rays. Also, since solar shingles replace traditional shingles, a homeowner will save on materials and will benefit from reduced electricity costs. Depending on the type of roof, solar shingles are available in different sizes and styles.

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3 comments:

  1. A solar-powered roof is definitely a breakthrough in the field that aims to reduce pollution and promote the use of renewable energy. In addition to saving electricity and reducing the costs of heating and cooling systems in houses, solar roofs are very durable. They have an average life of 25 years and require little to no maintenance.

    Penelope Dingee

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  2. Solar shingles, also defined as photovoltaic shingles, are fresh tools that succeeded to attract others' attention due to their ability to produce and store solar power.

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