BIPV Glass UK

Solar Façade Solutions

BIPV Glass Solutions for UK Buildings

GenVue offers two building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) glass solutions for the UK market — PowerSkin façade cladding and Aether transparent solar glass. Both products enable buildings to generate clean solar energy through their glass façades and windows, supporting the UK construction industry's transition to net-zero.

What Is BIPV Glass?

BIPV (Building-Integrated Photovoltaics) refers to glass and façade materials that generate solar electricity while serving as part of the building envelope. Unlike rooftop solar panels added on top of a building, BIPV glass replaces conventional building materials — the façade, windows, or cladding themselves become the power source.

This approach is increasingly important for UK commercial buildings seeking to meet net-zero carbon targets, improve BREEAM ratings, and comply with evolving building regulations around energy performance.

GenVue PowerSkin — BIPV Façade Cladding

GenVue PowerSkin is a building-integrated photovoltaic façade cladding system. It replaces traditional external cladding with photovoltaic panels that generate electricity while providing weather protection and architectural aesthetics. PowerSkin is designed for large-scale commercial façades where maximum energy generation is the priority.

• High energy yield per square metre
• Compatibility with standard UK façade framing systems
• Range of colours and finishes for architectural flexibility
• Tested and certified to UK and European construction standards
• Integration with building management and energy systems

GenVue Aether — Transparent Solar Glass

GenVue Aether is a transparent solar glass that generates electricity while maintaining see-through visibility. Unlike opaque BIPV panels, Aether is designed for applications where natural light and views must be preserved — such as windows, curtain walls, skylights, and glass façades.

Aether is ideal for mixed-use developments, office buildings, and public spaces where architects want to combine energy generation with daylighting and visual transparency.

BIPV Glass for UK Net-Zero Buildings

The UK government has committed to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and the construction industry is a major focus area. BIPV glass enables new commercial buildings and major refurbishments to generate renewable energy on-site, reducing grid dependency and improving Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings.

GenVue BIPV solutions are increasingly specified by UK architects for developments seeking:

• BREEAM Outstanding and Excellent ratings
• Compliance with Part L building regulations
• Reduced operational carbon emissions
• On-site renewable energy generation
• Enhanced building value through sustainability credentials

Get Started with BIPV Glass

GenVue provides full technical support for UK BIPV projects, from initial feasibility and energy yield calculations through to detailed design, specification, and installation support.