Pythagores Solar’s windows
Update 1/5/2018. Sadly, this company is no longer in business.
Anna, another solar post? I am sorry. Solar is just so sexy I can’t stand it. And when you drape it all over a tall skyscraper well, let’s just say, it makes me feel all tingly. So, what makes Pythagoras Solar so amazing cool? Watch the below video and see why this innovative window product is a solar lover’s dream.
According to the Company’s recent press release, this product contains transparent and high power density photovoltaic glass units with a pleasing design. Talk about making your building work for you. Energy efficiency and energy generation all rolled up in a window which blocks solar radiation and apparently delivers a high level of transparency for optimal daylighting. To be honest, when I think of solar generation in a form of a window, lack of visibility is where my mind wanders to.
As I listened to the video, my hand shot up in the air to ask the question, what about efficiency. How can you have beauty with efficiency? The Company states that their product generates four times more output then any other integrated product on the market.
Got data? Unfortunately, the Company’s website is devoid of any data regarding their findings. (Or I just couldn’t find it.) My wish list is that the Company would upload some data as well as any third party certification to back their marketing claims.
What about the cost? Does the triple advantage mean a triple high price tag? The Company has formed relationships with Arkema, China Sunergy and Flextronics, to aid Pythagoras Solar to quickly scale its operations as it prepares for production and distribution, and thus reduce the cost of the product. But again, how much? Will the payback be worth the investment? The Company states your return on investment typically can be about five years.
In the Company’s recent press release, this technology for curtain walls, skylights and windows will be available in the second half of 2010 possibly enabling many large buildings to become net zero.
Instead of focusing on roofs, we can start focusing on windows which are the weakest link in my opinion in building. Perhaps the DOE should be focusing on building energy integration products rather than triple pane windows? Readers, thoughts? Could this be possible?
Patty says
Hi There – We are a family of 3 and business owners in Georgia with a focus on sustaining our world through integration of green technology into commercial and residential homes. I am so very pleased that I found this blog! I am so shocked and amazed of this new “solar window”. We focus on green tech, so of course solar is part of our biz. http://www.ecomech.net
Hamilton Builders says
Solar windows is really a great idea. If only every building in the world use solar windows I think the pollution and the increasing green house effect will be eliminate and we will have more cleaner surrounding and air to breath.
Great post.
Carly@Colloidal Gold says
Finally! Just think; if every skyscraper in New York City were to begin replacing their windows with these solar energy windows, how much money would be saved in a mere 10 years! Not to mention the positive impact it would have on the environment. If the marketing is true, and these panel windows have a ROI of 5 years this could be a true turning point in our climate future. This is indeed exciting information. Thank you so much for sharing!
Carly S.
Kohls says
The whole solar idea has been like here forever but never really put into good use. I’m sure there must be a good reason behind it, maybe its not efficient enough. PVGU does sound interesting and if it does work I’m all for it. It’s so much environmental friendly than nuclear power if we have a good substitute.
Southwest Promo Code says
Good innovation from Pythagoras Solar and I hope it can reduce the consume of energy and of course to keep the world green. Thanks Anna for heads up
Ananna Khan says
Hi,I want to introduce building integrated photovolatic cell on my South facade.At first I have to perform a simulation to see the LUX value of lighting levels.For this I need some specific value of your product (Pythagoras solar BIPV ).Would You please know me these values: ( U value,Admittance,Solar heat gain coefficient,Visible transmittance,Reflective index of glass,Alt solar gain -Heavyt,Alt solar gain-llightwt,thickness,weight).I want to perform this simulation on Ecotect. So,I need those value.
Anna says
Ananna, sadly this company is no longer in business. You might want to contact this company. https://solarwindow.com Anna