SAN ANTON MARKET

 

This project is part of the refurbishment of San Anton Market, located in the centre of Madrid, where a 168 m² (1,808 sqFt) skylight, comprised of transparent low-e photovoltaic glass, has been entirely integrated in the building.

 

Data:

• Total area - 168 M²
• Electricity generated in 35 years - 225,079 kWh
• Total light points operating 4 hours a day in 35 years - 424 lighting points
• CO₂ emissions avoided in 35 years - 151 Tons of CO₂
• Barrels of oil saved in 35 years - 132 barrels per m²

 

The system enables the generation of electricity in situ, while providing multi-functional bioclimatic properties such as the filtration of solar radiation, and at the same time enhancing interior light and providing thermal and acoustic insulation thanks to its double-glazing.

 

The glass employed is made of amorphous silicon, with a semi-transparency degree of 20% (L vision), and the total installed power capacity is 6.5 kWp. This photovoltaic skylight generates over 7,700 kWh per year and prevents the release of 5 tons of CO₂. For this reason, it has been selected as a sustainable project of reference by the European Commission.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Awards & Recognitions:

• Winner: OFFICIAL PARTNER OF THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION AWARD – sustainable Energy for Europe 2010 Awards.