Şişecam and ML System Introduce Innovative Solar-Integrated Architectural Solutions
Şişecam, a global leader in glass production, has joined forces with ML System, a pioneer in Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV), to introduce Şişecam Charger—an innovative line of solar-integrated architectural products. This partnership combines Şişecam’s glass manufacturing prowess with ML System’s BIPV advancements, targeting sustainable building design through energy-efficient roofs, skylights, and façades. The solutions premiered at BAU 2025, Europe’s leading architecture and construction event, attracting widespread interest from architects and industry professionals.
Main Features of Şişecam Charger
- Dual-Purpose Construction: Merges building components with renewable energy generation, embedding solar cells into roofs, façades, and skylights.
- Customizable Aesthetics: Adaptable designs align with architectural preferences without compromising energy efficiency.
- Energy Savings: Decreases fossil fuel dependency, curbs emissions, and reduces electricity expenses by up to 65% versus traditional systems.
- Long-Lasting Build: Tempered glass ensures fivefold increased durability over standard glass, suited for extreme weather.
BAU 2025 Presentation
At BAU 2025 in Munich, Şişecam Charger emerged as a central attraction, showcasing its capacity to turn buildings into self-sufficient energy hubs. The lineup includes:
- Solar Roofs: Substitute conventional roofs while producing power.
- Solar Skylights: Deliver daylight and energy generation in a single feature.
- Active Energy Façades: Merge smoothly into exteriors, providing insulation and power output.
The event also emphasized Şişecam’s sustainability efforts, such as production optimization using smart technologies to minimize waste, and its Temperable Solar Low-E Glass, which improves thermal and solar efficiency.
Advancing Sustainable Architecture
The collaboration responds to rising demand for Nearly Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB) by:
- Meeting Regulations: Aligning with EU renewable energy mandates for construction.
- Aiding Eco-Certifications: Assisting projects in attaining BREEAM and LEED standards via lower emissions.
- Equipping Designers: Equipping architects with solutions that unify practicality, visual appeal, and sustainability.
Şişecam Charger illustrates how BIPV advancements can accelerate progress toward carbon-neutral urban environments, solidifying both firms as frontrunners in eco-conscious construction.
Looking Ahead
Şişecam plans to grow its BIPV offerings, strengthening its influence in developing eco-friendly urban settings. The alliance with ML System highlights a shared commitment to sustainable progress, applying technology to achieve international environmental objectives.
