SENECA COLLEGE · TORONTO, CANADA
The choice of medium-transparency photovoltaic glass was ideal for maintaining optimal daylighting within the building while generating clean energy. Its ability to regulate heat and reduce glare ensures a comfortable indoor environment for students and staff throughout the year, particularly during Toronto’s harsh winters and warm summers. By integrating photovoltaic technology into the building’s envelope, Seneca College exemplifies its commitment to sustainability, reducing its carbon footprint and achieving long-term energy savings, while also enhancing the building’s aesthetic appeal.
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