Solar Shingle Time Invention of Year
Time magazine recognizes Dow Chemical Company's POWERHOUSE Solar Shingle as one of the 50 Best Inventions of 2009. Dow's new shingle is building integrated photovoltaics, or BIPV, where the solar capability is integrated into the form of a shingle, instead of a panel, enabling consumers to keep the architectural details they are accustomed to while reaping the benefits of solar energy. ...
... "The DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingle integrates low-cost, thin-film CIGS photovoltaic cells into a proprietary roofing shingle design, which represents a multi-functional solar energy generating roofing product. The innovative product design reduces installation costs because conventional roofing shingles and solar generating shingles are installed simultaneously by roofing contractors - no specialized skills or knowledge of solar array installations are required. " ...Via Dow Chemical Company: Time Invention of 2009
DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingle: "DOW POWERHOUSE Solar Shingle, revolutionary photovoltaic solar panels in the form of solar shingles that can be integrated into rooftops with standard asphalt shingle materials. The solar shingle systems are expected to be available in limited quantities by mid-2010 and projected to be more widely available in 2011, putting the power of solar electricity generation directly and conveniently in the hands of homeowners. "
Dow is committed to sustainability. ...
Dow’s Commitment to Solar: "Dow believes that providing humanity with a sustainable energy supply while addressing climate change is one of the most urgent environmental issue our society faces. "
Dow has invested in solar research to bring innovative products to the market. ...
Dow Solar Technology, Michigan Operations: "Construction is underway on a state-of-the-art market development plant and R&D facility at the site that will create 22 new jobs for highly skilled individuals. Up to 80 construction personnel have been on site daily since the project began last December. Solar technology today is based on mounting silicon-based solar cells packaged within heavy glass panels on the roof. The panels are expensive and difficult to install and, while they produce electricity, the cost is many times higher than conventionally generated electricity sold by utility companies. "
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