Abstract
The Netherlands has a programme for the integration of photovoltaic (PV) modules in the built environment. The aim of this programme is to realize 250 MWp in PV systems by the year 2010. Within this programme the integration of PV modules in architecture has an important role, presenting opportunities for architects. New Technology and materials are an invitation for new design. BEAR Architecten is involved in several low-energy, bio-climatic building projects, amongst them are a few PV projects: De Kleine Aarde, an Environmental Education Centre with transparent PV panels in the glass roof; roof retrofit with PV modules in five houses in Leiden; facade integration with PV shading in 22 houses in Dordrecht; roof integration in row houses in Enschede; roof integration in a utility building in Geldermalsen. Information about these projects is given, but also the possibilities and the problems are discussed here. A general conclusion is that custom-made modules are often necessary to make well-designed buildings.
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