Rimini Skyscraper
- Product
- Artistic solar panel
- Number of photovoltaic elements
- 2,636
- Facades analyzed
- south-east and south-west
- Total area
- 4,000 m²
- Total installed capacity
- 600 kWp
- Annual energy production
- 540,000 kWh
- Project status
- Case study
The study aimed to evaluate the energy production potential resulting from the integration of Glass to Power's artistic solar panel as a facade cladding element for a skyscraper located in Rimini. The analysis focused on the south-east and south-west exposed surfaces—orientations that make it possible to effectively harness solar radiation throughout the day. Through a simulation of the system's energy performance, an annual production of approximately 540,000 kWh was estimated, equivalent to the electricity demand of about 180 apartments with an average consumption of 3,000 kWh/year each. The intervention would thus allow the building to achieve a high level of energy self-sufficiency, while the ventilated facade configuration would further contribute to the efficiency of the building envelope, improving its thermal-energy performance and reducing HVAC/air conditioning requirements.
The study highlights how the architectural integration of photovoltaics can significantly contribute to a building's energy needs while maintaining elevated aesthetic standards.
For the study, the installation of Glass to Power's artistic solar panel was hypothesized—a Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) solution that combines energy generation with architectural integration. In this context, the system is designed for integration into ventilated facades, where the photovoltaic panels replace traditional exterior cladding, simultaneously serving as part of the building envelope's outer skin and as energy generators. Unlike conventional photovoltaic modules, these panels are available in various colors and surface finishes, making it possible to preserve the building’s aesthetics without sacrificing energy functionality.
The technology utilized achieves a balanced compromise between electrical yield and aesthetic quality, making the product particularly suitable for prestigious buildings, curtain walls, and urban redevelopment projects.