It is no longer necessary to put solar "panels" on your roof to collect energy from the sun. Companies are developing solar cells which are integrated into conventional building materials such as shingles, or even slate. The fact is, you could have a solar system on your roof, and your neighbors wouldn't know it. Conventional solar panels have also made strides in aesthetic sensibility and are now available in several colors. So, if blue isn't your color, don't worry.
Solar technology is growing at a rapid pace. One example of the future of photovoltaic applications is transparent solar modules. These modules are ideal for commercial building applications and they offer great opportunities for residential applications. Imagine sun rooms that provide warmth and protection from the sun's direct rays and also produce electricty at the same time.
Below is an example of a PV laminate installation. This Department of Public works building is offsetting approximately 1/3 of it's electrical requirements utilizing this unique thin film technology.
Another innovation in the solar industry is solar electric shingles. Used instead of conventional roofing shingles, they offer protection from the weather while simultaneously producing electricity.
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