TORRE BASSANO HOTEL · NAPLES, ITALY
At the foot of Mount Vesuvius, in the stunning Gulf of Naples, the Torre Bassano Hotel showcases an elegant photovoltaic balustrade that seamlessly combines luxury and sustainability. This innovative installation consists of 342 custom-made amorphous silicon photovoltaic glass modules, each measuring 1,128x950 mm. The balustrade offers guests breathtaking views of the Mediterranean through semi-transparent glass, ensuring an uninterrupted experience of the natural beauty surrounding the hotel.
The triple safety tempered laminated glass (8mm + 3mm + 8mm) meets the highest safety standards, having passed rigorous testing to guarantee the well-being of the hotel's guests. Beyond its stunning appearance, the balustrade delivers tangible environmental benefits. With a total installed power capacity of 11 kWp, it generates 11,000 kWh of clean energy annually. This energy is sufficient to power over 600 lights for four hours each day, significantly reducing the hotel's carbon footprint and preventing the release of 7 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere every year.
The photovoltaic glass used in the balustrade can reach a nominal power output of 34 Wp per square meter, ensuring efficient energy production. Additionally, the glass exceeds a visible light transmission and g-value surpassing 15%, offering an optimal balance between transparency and energy generation. This solution perfectly complements the luxury experience that Torre Bassano offers, delivering both aesthetic value and sustainable energy.
The photovoltaic balustrade was specifically designed to meet the unique environmental and aesthetic demands of the Torre Bassano Hotel. Located in a region known for its abundant sunshine, the Gulf of Naples provides an ideal climate for solar energy generation. The balustrade takes full advantage of this, maximizing energy production while preserving the hotel’s iconic Mediterranean views. Naples' warm climate and year-round sunlight make it essential to integrate energy solutions that also provide shading and thermal comfort, which this semi-transparent photovoltaic glass achieves effortlessly.
