ICSE EDUCATIONAL CENTER · LAS PALMAS, SPAIN
NEW CONSTRUCTION
This innovative building located in Las Palmas (Spain) attained LEED Platinum certification from the US Green Building Council. It serves as the home for a Higher Education Institute and features a striking glass cladding integrating amorphous silicon photovoltaic glass on vertical fins that measure nearly three meters in height and half a meter in width. This fins generate free and clean power for the institution while filtering UV and IR radiation meanwhile allow natural light to pass inside the building.
The photovoltaic glass selected for the ICSE Educational Center was specifically designed to meet the energy efficiency and daylighting requirements of the project. With a VLT of 20%, the photovoltaic glass allows a significant amount of natural light to enter the building, creating a well-lit and comfortable environment for students and staff. Simultaneously, the g-value of 32% ensures effective control of solar heat gain, reducing the need for artificial cooling and improving the building’s overall energy performance. The photovoltaic glass, reaching a nominal power output of 39 Wp per square meter, not only generates clean energy but also contributes to the sustainability goals of the educational center by reducing its carbon footprint. This balance between energy generation, natural light, and heat control makes the photovoltaic glass an ideal solution for the ICSE Educational Center, enhancing both its functionality and aesthetic appeal. The use of cutting-edge photovoltaic technology underscores the institution’s commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, setting a new standard for sustainable educational facilities.
ACH Arquitectos, known for projects like the Laboratorios Facultad de Medicina in San Cristóbal de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, focuses on delivering high-quality architectural designs. Their portfolio includes educational facilities and public infrastructure that emphasize functionality and sustainability.
ICSE is an organization dedicated to research and academic development in the fields of social sciences and education, with a focus on advancing knowledge and innovative teaching methods in these areas. By choosing Onyx Solar photovoltaic glass not only demonstrates a commitment to renewable energy but also provides a tangible example of sustainable architecture.
