‘Rooftop revolution’ can help UK almost triple solar capacity by 2030, says report

The government has published a roadmap to increase the UK’s installed solar capacity to 47GW by 2030 as part of its Clean Power Action Plan. The post ‘Rooftop revolution’ can help UK almost triple solar capacity by 2030, says report appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Turkey gets first solar-powered airport terminal

A terminal at Dalaman Airport in southwestern Turkey has become the first to fulfil its electricity needs through solar power generated on site. Rooftop photovoltaic panels are able to generate… The post Turkey gets first solar-powered airport terminal appeared first on Global Construction Review.

NZ’s largest industrial landowner set to invest $110m in rooftop solar

New Zealand’s largest industrial landowner is set to invest more than $110 million in a rooftop solar and battery storage rollout it says will lower production costs for local and export firms while reducing pressure on the national electricity grid at peak times. Over the next decade, the initiative will see up to 170,000 solar […] The post NZ’s largest industrial landowner set to invest $110m in rooftop solar appeared first on Building Today.

From Rooftops to Renewables: How Cornerstone Group Evolved Into a Full-lifecycle Contractor

The post From Rooftops to Renewables: How Cornerstone Group Evolved Into a Full-lifecycle Contractor appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Cornerstone Group’s story reflects the rapid transformation within the UK construction and energy sector. With increasing sustainability pressures, the company has transitioned from its beginnings in rooftop projects to become a full-lifecycle contractor, now delivering projects that span renewable energy, construction, and long-term maintenance. This evolution highlights a broader industry move towards integrated, sustainable solutions […]

Major solar array to power Toyota New Zealand’s logistics hub

Toyota New Zealand has installed one of the largest rooftop solar systems in New Zealand on top of its 35,000sq m warehouse and National Customer Centre (NCC) in Palmerston North. At almost 700-kilowatt capacity, the solar array is expected to generate the equivalent of 60% of the centre’s power usage and, during peak periods, will […] The post Major solar array to power Toyota New Zealand’s logistics hub appeared first on Building Today.

Just have a Think - The smartest renewable rooftop system in the world? 19022023

Renewable rooftop power will play a vital role in the decentralised community grid systems of the future. Getting every ounce of power out of available rooftop spaces will be key to making that transition a success. Now a Dutch firm has shown us how it can be done, with several large successful REAL-WORLD installations.