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Applications for Architecture

Building-integrated or standalone photovoltaics

Solutions for a sustainable future

Projects in the field of architecture

ASCA® develops versatile photovoltaic solutions specifically designed for architecture. Whether building-integrated or standalone elements, our technologies can be embedded in materials such as glass, polycarbonate, textiles, stretchable fabrics, or ETFE.

Building envelope components - from double-skin façades and balustrades to shading systems and glass applications - become multifunctional, energy-generating elements through our innovative solutions.

Our technology’s adaptability to diverse architectural requirements enhances the carbon footprint of buildings by enabling decentralized energy production directly on-site. ASCA® solutions actively contribute to the energy transition and support the vision of sustainable architecture.

Freedom in Architectural Design

Design
  • Maximum design flexibility
  • Customizable in shape and size
  • Various transparency levels and color options available
Sustainability
  • Low-carbon technology
  • 100% recyclable
  • Free of rare metals and silicon
Agility
  • Lightweight and flexible – easily adapts to any architectural context
  • Seamless and aesthetic integration
Optimization
  • Maximized energy production
  • Efficient even in low light or partial shading
  • Thermal management system (reduction of heat radiation)

Integrated photovoltaics by ASCA -
Application examples for architecture

OPV sail

ASCA has developed a unique energy-generating sunshade in the shape of the African continent.

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OPV glass facade

This BIPV facade makes it possible to energize a previously unused surface.

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Printed OPV solar umbrellas

For the Thuringian Climate Pavilion, ASCA provided an architecturally integrated photovoltaic solution.

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OPV Solartree®

The energy is stored in an internal power bank. Mobile devices can be charged via the USB port located in the trunk.

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Solar Spline

300 printed organic photovoltaic modules are integrated into a seemingly floating ultralight structure.

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Solar Trees at EXPO 2015

Economical use of space combined with modern architecture: The EXPO 2015 solar trees have been replanted.

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ETFE Façade Concept

An aesthetically and technically high-quality solution for an energy-efficient membrane façade

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Self-tending vertical garden

A visually appealing combination of a green facade and printed organic photovoltaics (OPV) by ASCA

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OPV facade concept

The facade concept combines the technologies OPV (organic photovoltaics) and OLED (organic light-emitting diodes)

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First thermal insulation composite system

ASCA modules integrated in a composite thermal insulation system

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Smart solar bench

Transparent ASCA® modules generate electricity, which is stored in a battery, providing 100% autonomous furniture.

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Energy-generating glass balustrades

Glass balustrades with customized and semi-transparent green ASCA® solar modules (OPV)

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Solar roof - Expo 2020

An energy-autonomous biotope for the Dutch Pavilion at Expo 2020 in Dubai

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A design solar tree

Solar tree from ASCA supplies e-bike stations with environmentally friendly energy

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BIPV Media Façade

100% autonomous media façade thanks to integrated solar solutions

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A solar wall by ASCA®

In addition to recharging nearby electric bicycles, this solar wall also powers a backlight after dark.

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Solar Decathlon Europe

Developing a sustainable energy solution for a modular extension project

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Solar greenhouse

A design solar greenhouse that extends plant growth during the night

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BIPV glass façade of an administrative building

Building-integrated photovoltaics: Integration of solar modules into large composite glass panes

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The Solar Poplar

This series of urban furniture aims to revolutionize the way renewable energy is generated at the local level.

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