XSCHE’S HOUSE
PHOTOVOLTAIC CANOPY
This photovoltaic canopy has been installed in Barcelona to provide shade and comfort for the occupants of this residence, located in the midst of the Paseo de Gracia, and comprised of 70 crystalline silicon glass modules measuring 1,650 mm x 850 mm.
FEASIBILITY STUDY OF CRYSTALLINE SILICON PHOTOVOLTAIC SKYLIGHT IN BARCELONA
0,02€
Energy cost
37%
Reduction in HVAC energy demands
56%
Internal Rate of Return
<2 years
Payback
Data:
- Total Area - 105 M2
- Electricity generated in 35 years - 340,756 kWh
- Total lighting points operating 4 hours per day in 35 years - 667 lighting points
- CO2 emmisions avoided in 35 years - 228 Tons of CO2
- Barrels of oil saved in 35 years - 200 barrels per m2
The safety photovoltaic glass modules, with a power capacity of 140 Wp, generate 11,710 kWh per year, enabling this residence to feed over 600 lights and to prevent the release of over 7 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere.
Architect: Jean Porsche
Client: Jean Porsche