With the continuous advancement of the "dual carbon" goal, the integration of green buildings and renewable energy is becoming an important development direction for the construction industry. BIPV (Building Integrated Photovoltaics) is a solution that perfectly combines photovoltaic power generation systems with the main structure of the building, and is being widely promoted at home and abroad. It not only has the function of power generation, but also can serve as a building component to undertake multiple functions such as sunshade, heat preservation, insulation, and beauty. So, what types of buildings are BIPV solar panels mainly used for? This article will start from different building categories, analyze its typical application scenarios, characteristics and application advantages, and give you a comprehensive understanding of the actual application value of BIPV.
1. Commercial buildings
1.1 Office buildings
Modern office buildings usually have large roofs and glass curtain wall structures, which are very suitable for installing BIPV solar panels. BIPV can be integrated in the facade, roof, sunshade and other locations of the building to achieve a perfect integration of power generation and appearance design.
Advantages:
Reduce energy consumption and meet part or all of the lighting and air-conditioning electricity consumption of office buildings;
Improve green building ratings, which will help projects obtain green certifications such as LEED and BREEAM;
Enhance corporate image and demonstrate corporate culture that integrates environmental protection and technology.
1.2 Commercial complexes and shopping centers
Large commercial complexes have vast roofs and skylights, and BIPV can be used to achieve the dual functions of photovoltaic power generation and lighting. For example, installing translucent BIPV components on the glass roof of the atrium of a shopping mall not only provides daytime lighting, but also outputs clean energy.
Application features:
Improve the energy consumption structure of commercial buildings;
Provide shading and temperature control functions to improve customer comfort;
The power generation can be used for public facilities such as public area lighting, elevators, and air conditioners.
2. Industrial buildings
2.1 Factories and warehouses
Industrial buildings have large roof areas and are unobstructed, which is one of the most active areas for BIPV promotion. Compared with the traditional color steel tile + photovoltaic bracket form, BIPV, as a roof building component itself, is simpler to install and has lower operation and maintenance costs.
Advantages of BIPV in industrial buildings:
Directly replace the original roofing materials and reduce material costs;
Improve the safety and waterproof performance of the roof structure;
Achieve self-generation and self-use of electricity, reducing corporate electricity expenses;
Reduce carbon emissions and help promote corporate ESG strategies.
2.2 High-tech Industrial Park
As an important carrier to demonstrate the innovative strength of enterprises, science and technology parks are more willing to try new technologies in green energy. BIPV can be used as a demonstration project and integrated into the experimental buildings, exhibition halls, office buildings and other buildings in the park to show the cutting-edge practices of enterprises in sustainable development.
3. Public buildings
3.1 Schools and educational buildings
As a concentration of public education resources, schools have a positive role in promoting green environmental protection. By deploying BIPV on the roofs or exterior walls of teaching buildings, libraries, and gymnasiums, it can not only meet the electricity needs of some campuses, but also serve as a practical platform for renewable energy education.
Highlights:
Assisted teaching, combined with photovoltaic power generation data for STEM course teaching;
Improve the overall energy efficiency of the campus and optimize the electricity structure;
Enhance students' cognition and participation in sustainable development.
3.2 Hospitals and medical buildings
Medical buildings have extremely high requirements for the stability and safety of electricity. Through the BIPV system, a backup power system can be built to improve the stability and safety redundancy of energy use.
Advantages:
Ensure the power supply of key medical equipment;
Reduce daily operating energy consumption;
Improve the green rating and social image of the hospital.
4. Residential buildings
4.1 Single-family villas and high-end residences
Villas and high-end residences have a strong demand for aesthetics and personalization. As part of the building materials, BIPV can achieve the integrated design of photovoltaics and architectural styles. Whether it is a roof, awning or balcony fence, customized BIPV components can be used.
Advantages:
Provide green electricity and reduce residents' electricity bills;
Improve architectural aesthetics and meet the trend of personalized design;
Can be used as part of the home smart energy system to access energy storage equipment and smart grids.
4.2 Multi-story residential and affordable housing projects
Although the roof area of multi-story residential buildings is limited, local electricity demand can be met by integrating BIPV components on the exterior walls or deploying photovoltaic systems in public areas between buildings (such as carports, corridors, and corridors).
In affordable housing projects, the government's promotion of BIPV technology can be used as a pilot for the promotion of renewable energy buildings, which will help achieve carbon neutrality in buildings.
5. Transportation buildings
5.1 Airport terminal
Airport buildings are large in size, flat in roof and rich in space resources, which is one of the typical application scenarios of BIPV. For example, integrating BIPV systems on the top of the terminal building or the skylight of the waiting hall can not only realize lighting electricity, but also improve the greenness of the entire building.
5.2 High-speed rail stations and subway stations
Modern rail transit hub facilities widely use glass curtain walls, large-span roofs and other structural forms. BIPV components can achieve the unification of power generation, sunshade, lighting and other functions, and improve the intelligence and sustainability of transportation infrastructure.
6. Agricultural buildings
6.1 Agricultural greenhouses
Agricultural photovoltaics has been a hot field in recent years. By using translucent BIPV components on the roof of agricultural greenhouses, both normal lighting of plants and power generation can be achieved. It is a typical "agricultural and photovoltaic complementary" model.
Application value:
Increase the source of income for agricultural buildings;
Provide clean energy for agricultural automation equipment;
Support agricultural modernization and green transformation.
6.2 Livestock and poultry farms
Animal husbandry consumes a lot of energy, especially in the process of breeding, ventilation and constant temperature equipment have high electricity demand. Using BIPV on the roof of the breeding plant can realize the on-site conversion of energy and reduce operating costs.
7. Cultural and Exhibition Buildings
Museums, Art Galleries, and Convention and Exhibition Centers
These buildings often pursue unique exterior design and functional integration, and the aesthetic characteristics of BIPV are perfectly matched with functionality. By deploying colored or patterned BIPV components in structures such as curtain walls, roofs, and facades, not only can energy self-sufficiency be achieved, but the visual impact of the building can also be enhanced.
With the continuous maturity of photovoltaic technology and the acceleration of the green transformation of the construction industry, BIPV, as an important carrier of "building as power generation", is constantly expanding its application boundaries. Whether it is commercial buildings, residential buildings, or transportation facilities and agricultural buildings, BIPV can achieve personalized design and integration according to different needs.
In the future, with the increase in policy support and further reduction in costs, BIPV is expected to become part of the mainstream building materials, truly realizing the goals of "generating electricity while building" and "everyone using green electricity". For architects, developers, and end users, understanding and rationally using BIPV technology will become an indispensable part of building zero-carbon buildings.
As a professional BIPV solar panel company, we not only provide efficient and beautiful photovoltaic integrated solutions, but also customize and design the optimal system solutions according to the structural characteristics and energy needs of different types of buildings. From commercial buildings, industrial plants to public facilities and high-end residences, we are committed to perfectly integrating green energy with architecture to help our customers achieve energy conservation and emission reduction and enhance the value of buildings.
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