Train station trials of solar bricks tempt Network Rail into energy-gathering role24 September 2021ProductsStations’ glass brick walls could harvest solar energy at scaleStations’ glass brick walls could harvest solar energy at scaleRegion: United KingdomMore: University of ExeterBuild SolarClimate actionSustainable architectureArupNetwork RailHS2PhotovoltaicsDesign construction & technologyStephen CousinsClimate emergency
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In association with Cupa PizarrasSolar slate roof generates two thirds of hot water15 April 2021ProductsSomerset project integrates Thermoslate panels with Cupa R12 slatesSomerset project integrates Thermoslate panels with Cupa R12 slatesRegion: United KingdomMore: Cupa PizarrasNatural slateSlate solar panelsSustainabiltyEnergy efficiencySpecification and compliance
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Facade power: solar cells generate office tower’s electricity needs13 December 2024ProductsA Melbourne office tower has over 1,000 solar cells on its facade, generating more energy than the building consumesA Melbourne office tower has over 1,000 solar cells on its facade, generating more energy than the building consumesRegion: Rest of the worldMore: MelbourneAustraliaKennonPhotovoltaicsSustainable architectureOfficeStephen Cousins
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Electrifying architecture6 January 2017ProductsHuge battery allows green tower to store and share solar energyHuge battery allows green tower to store and share solar energyRegion: EuropeMore: Smart buildingsSolar batteryGreen energyFreibergFrey ArchitektenFraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy SystemsSiemensTesla
Solar cloth powers up building fabric28 November 2014ProductsPV fabric offers flexible solar prospectsPV fabric offers flexible solar prospectsRegion: United KingdomMore: MaterialsRoofingHeritageEnergy
In association with Nown3D knitted panels offer intricate patterns and enhanced acoustics10 October 2023ProductsSound-absorbing sustainable product made of yarn straddles fashion, art and architectureSound-absorbing sustainable product made of yarn straddles fashion, art and architectureRegion: United KingdomMore: NownCeiling panelsWall panelsAcoustic panelsSustainablitySpecificationFit-outInterior designInteriors
Solar PV rooftop7 June 2017ProductsHuge solar PV array at Rotterdam CentraalHuge solar PV array at Rotterdam CentraalRegion: EuropeMore: Benthem CrouwelRotterdamSolar powerRedevelopmentPhotovoltaicsStationSustainabilityRoofing
Economics panel: What does 2024 hold for the business of architecture?31 August 2023IntelligenceOur panel identifies key challenges – and active responsesOur panel identifies key challenges – and active responsesRegion: United KingdomMore: RIBA Economics PanelEconomic outlookBusiness clients & servicesRIBAMarket analysis