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UC Berkeley's Institute Gets Artistic Solar Roof with Sunpreme's Innovative Modules

UC Berkeley's rooftop gets a solar makeover with Sunpreme's innovative modules. This isn't just about sustainability; it's about redefining rooftop design in the solar industry.

In the image there is a building with glass panels all over it with trees in front of it and above...
In the image there is a building with glass panels all over it with trees in front of it and above its sky.

UC Berkeley's Institute Gets Artistic Solar Roof with Sunpreme's Innovative Modules

Sunpreme's innovative solar modules have been installed on the rooftop of UC Berkeley's institute, marking a shift towards artistic rooftop designs. The system, featuring double-sided, frameless modules, is the largest solar power installation on the campus and aims to aid the institute in achieving LEED certification.

The rooftop is equipped with Sunpreme's GxB310 double-glass modules, which consist of 60 solar cells with an efficiency of 21.5%. These symmetrical modules optimize performance by utilizing sunlight from all directions. Their frameless construction eliminates the need for grounding, making installation easier and more cost-effective.

The 'Sunpreme Bifacial' modules can absorb light from both sides, increasing energy yield. This, coupled with their low-light behavior and temperature coefficient of -0.28%/C, makes them highly efficient. Sungevity, the installer, chose these modules for their reliability and aesthetic appeal.

The UC Berkeley institute's rooftop solar system, featuring Sunpreme's Bifacial modules, is not only a significant step towards sustainability but also a testament to the potential of artistic rooftop designs in the solar industry.

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