The Solarchitecture – Essentials course, held in the vibrant city of Madrid, brought together 15 passionate professionals from across the architecture, glass and academic sectors. Over the course of three days, participants explored
During its session on 19 February 2025, the Federal Council adopted the second package of ordinances on the implementation of the Federal Act on a secure electricity supply with renewable energies. The new provisions concerning, among other things
On April 24, 2025, Sun-Ways inaugurated the world's first track-mounted solar power plant open to rail traffic. Despite gloomy weather and a sun that played hide-and-seek, Sun-Ways officially switched on its first solar power plant in
The new Highway Police Headquarters in Chur, designed by Comamala Ismail Architects, is Switzerland’s first net-zero energy building, demonstrating advanced solar architecture. A key feature of the design is the integration of building-integrated
After a fire in 2022, the iconic mountain station designed by renowned architect Mario Botta was redesigned with a modern solar facade. The aim was to integrate renewable energy production into the existing design in an aesthetic and functional way. Thanks to innovative facade modules from 3S, it was possible to realise a solution that not only meets the building's energy requirements, but also blends harmoniously into its characteristic architecture.
Last year we set a new record for development, achieving a solar electricity share of over 11% of annual electricity consumption. But that’s just the beginning: to meet the targets
No detail has been overlooked. Concrete ducts, metal collectors and floor drains convey rainwater from the roof to the drainage channel. A photovoltaic system...
In recent years, a new energy strategy has created the opportunity to consider solar as a renewable source of decentralised production in the facades and other accessory elements of
Photovoltaic modules are integrated in a triangular steel construction on each floor of the building’s transparent facade creating a striking stringcourse between the different levels of the building, a design that redefines the
The “Piano della Parete” shelter is permeated by a precise ethical vision. Ecological precautions ensure that utilisation and management activities minimise environmental impact in the natural and valuable context in which it is inserted.
