Green CE Solar Roofing Panels

PROVIDING ALTERNATIVE ENERGY WITH BUILDING INTEGRATED
PHOTOVOLTAIC (BIPV) STANDING SEAM ROOFING

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Course Name: PROVIDING ALTERNATIVE ENERGY WITH BUILDING
INTEGRATED PHOTOVOLTAIC (BIPV) STANDING SEAM ROOFING
USGBC Course ID: 90004544
INTRODUCTION
OUTLINE
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, the design professional will be able to:
1. Identify at least two features of the BIPV solar laminates that allow the technology to
be easily integrated with the building envelope.
2. List the energy, economic, and environmental benefits of the technology behind BIPV
systems.
3. Explain how BIPV systems help architects bring on-site renewable energy to their
projects with solar technology.
4. Describe how BIPV solar laminate systems can contribute towards LEED project
certification.
5. Specify a BIPV system.
OUTLINE
1. Background of solar roofing technology
Introduction of solar
What we learned from first generation technology
What architects wanted from solar technology manufacturers
2. Solar roofing technology today
The industry responded
Anatomy of BIPV solar technology
3. Benefits of todays solar roofing technology
Energy benefits
Economic benefits
Environmental benefits
4. How solar roofing contributes to LEED project certification
Indirect
Direct
5. Specifying a BIPV System
Where to start, who to contact
From specs to installation
HISTORY OF
SOLAR TECHNOLOGY
GROWTH TRENDS
PV SYSTEM OBSTACLES
CONNECTIONS
STANDARDIZATIONS
ROI
DEVELOPMENT FEASIBILITY
OUTLINE
Energy benefits
Economic benefits
Indirect
Direct
BACKGROUND
History of Solar Technology
Rising energy costs have driven the demand for alternative and renewable energy
sources. In response to these rising energy costs and environmental concerns,
alternative energy sources are in high demand. Solar, water, geothermal and wind
technologies have been developed with the goal of reducing energy costs without
further risking the status of the environment.
Photovoltaics (PV) is one solar solution. Hydro-electricity has long been used to harness
the energy of fast-flowing water to generate energy. Geothermal energy has been used
to heat buildings and to produce electricity, while wind turbines have generated a
growing amount of electrical energy in recent years.
BACKGROUND
Photovoltaics
Solar roofing just makes sense.
On-site solar technology can:
Reduce utility costs
Reduce dependency on fossil fuels
Help reduce greenhouse gas
emissions and other ozone depleting
compounds
BACKGROUND
History of Solar Technology
Photovoltaics (PV) is a solar power technology that uses cells to capture and convert light
energy from the sun into electricity; it is the fastest growing energy technology.
Simply speaking, photons from the sun excite the electrons, bumping them into a higher
state of energy, producing electricity inside the PV cell.
The general trend in photovoltaic technology production has seen substantial growth
nearly doubling every two years since 2002.
PV has seen such success because it is less dependant on local weather patterns than
other renewable sources.
BACKGROUND
General growth trend of photovoltaic cell production
BACKGROUND
Photovoltaics
Putting solar panels on a roof is a logical decision. The roof is constantly exposed to
sunlight where it can readily be absorbed. The building will absorb rays from the sun and
use the energy to create electricity.
Buildings use a tremendous amount of energy. In most cities around the world, the roofs
of buildings are exposed to sunlight for
the majority of the day,
everyday. It is sensible
to have the electricity
source located near
the energy consumption
location rather than a
utility company across
town.
BACKGROUND
PV System Obstacles
OK, weve put a solar system on the roof. But what did it take to get it done? As
architects started to incorporate solar technology into their specs, they experienced at
least four common problems. First generation technology taught us that each project
required a custom design.
Customization led to high costs. Because each design was unique, there were often
performance and warranty issues. Each system was attached to the roof differently
because the design was not building-integrated. There was no way of knowing if the
hardware involved in attaching the solar panels would affect the integrity and
performance of the roof because each roofing material was different as was each design.
BACKGROUND
PV System Obstacles
We learned that first-generation solar roofs:
Had high costs
Were not building integrated
Had performance issues
Had warranty issues

BACKGROUND
PV System Obstacles
One of the biggest obstacles to implementing earlier systems was the lack of any standardized
method for designing, specifying or installing a solar energy system. The building changed, so too
did the roof, and ultimately the solar panels wiring and mounting because there was no pre-
designed system. Traditional hard-panel systems limited their use to static, stationary structures.
Each system required custom designs and specifications, preventing easy adoption of the
technology. Each system would have to consider the effect of wind loads, fire codes, electricity
codes and how the component parts would work together to capture energy. Each project required
changes to the specs for the panels, how they would be wired, how they would be attached to the
roof, how they would perform, where they should be placed, and so on.
Because of these variables, budget and ROI estimates were often inaccurate. As you can see on the
following example, traditional solar technology often required ten years before the building owners
and investors saw a return on their investment. This chart is an illustration to demonstrate the
length of time commonly associated with ROI for traditional solar technology.
BACKGROUND
PV ROI
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-200,000
-150,000
-100,000
-50,000
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50,000
100,000
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
*Return on Investment was slow, often taking at least 10 years.
BACKGROUND
PV System Performance
First generation technology was most effective in high sunlight and the solar cells were
fragile. If one cell in a panel was damaged, up to half of the panel would lose
functionality. Damage often resulted from impact by hail, or other extreme weather
conditions. The industry recognized that for solar technology to be adopted, normal
abuse must not damage the solar cells.
BACKGROUND
Standards and Warranty
There was no standard system, no standard installation, no standard products, no
standard warranty with the first-generation, non-BIPV solar panels. Specialty
contractors who installed the PV components would offer a warranty on the PV
system, but that varied from contractor to contractor.
Typically the warranty of the roofing manufacturer would become void if
penetrations to the roofs surface were made for installation. The warranty may also
have become void if the panels were attached to the roof without the review and
testing of the roofing manufacturer.
The industry recognized that for solar technology to be adopted, the addition of a
solar system could not negate the roofing system warranty.
BACKGROUND
The final obstacle preventing those requirements from being introduced was that this
order was left to all of the roofing or solar technology manufacturers to solve. The
investment required for one manufacturer to develop, test, and produce a product to
solve the industrys problem was too large.
Peterson Field House (54 kW), Mount Union College, Alliance, OH
BACKGROUND
Development Feasibility
Architects and building owners want to use solar technology and they want to do so
with greater ease and more assurance that the product will perform in a reasonable
amount of time. Architects challenged the roofing and solar product manufacturers to
develop a solar system that was building integrated, had a reasonable return on
investment and could provide an inclusive warranty from one manufacturer for BIPV
system.
To do this, you needed a pre-designed, building-integrated system with CAD drawings,
specs for electrical and mechanical components, a solution to eliminate mounting panels
or additional structural support, and accurate return on investment estimates of 10 years
or less, for large and smaller economical systems that would be sustainable, with a
guarantee that the whole system would work well into the future, and for all of this to be
ready for competitive bidding by traditional sub-contractors.
BACKGROUND
PV Performance Review
PV roofing had performance issues
Panels were often heavy, requiring additional roof supports.
First generation technology was only effective in high sunlight.
First-generation, non BIPV solar cells were fragile.
Return on Investment was slow
No standardization
BACKGROUND
Photovoltaics
We learned that PV roofing required a customized approach for each step in design
engineering, and installation was too costly and complicated.
No pre-designed systems
No building integrated specifications
Specialty contractors were required for installation
Installation often negated roof warranties
Inaccurate budget & ROI estimates
BACKGROUND
The Solution
The standing seam roofing industry and a leader in solar technology partnered in 2006 to
develop a new building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) solar system that met all of the
requirements that the architectural community requested.
A complete, standardized, and affordable BIPV system was released in 2007 and available
to the commercial building industry, making the specification of a solar energy system
easier than ever.
This BIPV system is available from the standing seam roofing industry only.
SOLAR ROOFING
TECHNOLOGY TODAY
BIPV COMPONENTS
MATERIAL TECHNOLOGY
PRE-DESIGNED COMPONENTS
AESTHETICS
OUTLINE
Energy benefits
Economic benefits
Indirect
Direct
TECHNOLOGY TODAY
One of the most important characteristics of integrating alternative energy into buildings
is the effectiveness with which it can replace or improve upon pre-existing or traditional
energy sources. New BIPV laminates deliver the kind of solar roofing system that has
been asked for: pre-designed and system integrated, making solar energy attainable for
projects of all sizes.
BIPV COMPONENTS
Lets begin by walking through the
components of the new BIPV technology to
understand how they differ from traditional
crystalline systems. Well examine in detail
the cells, the laminate, and the adhesive of
BIPV laminates.
Anatomy of a PV laminate panel:
Cells
Laminate/plastic
Adhesive
BIPV MATERIAL TECHNOLOGY
PV laminate cells are applied to a 5-mil stainless steel substrate. This light material allows
them to be flexible, easily integrated and reduces unneeded weight and stress on the
roof.
The new BIPV laminate technology allows cells to collect three spectrums of light red,
yellow/green, and blue. This means that they produce more total energy per rated watt
because of the triple-junction technology.
In addition to increasing the amount of light that can be captured, new BIPV laminates
are wired differently, to help ensure consistent energy output. BIPV laminates cells have
bypass diodes across each cell, meaning if one cell is damaged, only that cell stops
working.
Flexible plastic allows the panel to bend and be curved, fitting to non-standard roof
shapes. It can also be walked on without damage. Laminate panels are 15.5 inches wide
and fit perfectly into standing seam roofing panels that are 16 inches wide or more.
In the photo the laminates take the shape of the standing seam roof. Your designs and
ability to incorporate alternative, renewable solar energy into any of your projects is no
longer limited to flat roofs.
BIPV ADHESIVE BOND
The adhesive that bonds the laminate panels to the roofing substrate has several
benefits:
Eliminates the need for installation hardware and structural supports.
Reduces likelihood of damage to the roof.
No roof penetrations required.
Reduces cost of installation.
Adhesive bonds tested on several substrates, in different climates, and under severe
weather conditions.
Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center (30kW),
Grand Valley State University, Muskegon, MI.
PRE-DESIGNED ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Cable trays are designed to match the roofing color; they protect and hide the
electrical wiring components. The Underwriters Laboratory (UL) requires a wire
management system to protect the wires from exposure to the elements. The
combiner boxes house the wires from different locations, combining them into one
wire. The AC and DC disconnects are required by code, and act as on/off switches. The
inverter converts electricity from its products type (DC) into usable (AC) power. The
transformer maintains the proper voltage for the inverter.
PRE-DESIGNED ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
An optional data acquisition system will tell you how much energy your system is
producing in terms of common, daily items this will help you put your savings and
consumption into perspective.
All electrical components are pre-designed.
Peterson Field House (54 kW), Mount Union College, Alliance, OH
Cable tray
with cover
INSTALLATION ON ROOFING PANELS
BIPV laminates are easily installed onto the roofing panels by one of the following
means:
At the manufacturers facility in a controlled environment, then shipped to the
project location.
Laminating panels on site during construction.
Either installation method does not compromise the integrity of the roof, nor does it
require specialty contractors, additional hardware, drilling, or structural support
mounting.
Cost of installation is drastically reduced utilizing either one of these installation
methods.
BIPV AESTHETICS
Building-integrated photovoltaics represent a change in the aesthetics of the solar
energy system. Because the PV laminates fit conveniently between the ridges of standing
seam panels, they do not block any views, cast any shadows or cause glare in your line of
sight.
BENEFITS OF BIPV
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
ECONOMIC
ENVIRONMENTAL
STANDARDIZED SYSTEM
ENERGY SYSTEM ANALYSIS
ROI
OUTLINE
Energy benefits
Economic benefits
Indirect
Direct
BENEFITS OF BIPV
Energy Efficiency
The PV laminates used in the BIPV system offer superior performance in low light and
overcast conditions. These advantages allow the BIPV system to be installed in a wide
variety of locations and climates.
Regardless of location, electricity generated by the system is returned to the electrical
grid, with the building being credited for the electricity it has produced. This process is
known as net metering.
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BENEFITS OF BIPV
Economic Benefits
BIPVs can return the owners investment in under 10 years in some states. Return on
investment is based upon the performance of the system and federal, state and local
incentives associated with using solar technology on new or existing buildings.
BENEFITS OF BIPV
Environmental Benefits
A building equipped with BIPV laminates produces its own electricity and reduces its
reliance on an environmentally-unfriendly coal power plant. The more solar powered
buildings contributing to an electrical grid, the less energy a power plant needs to
consume. Consequently, the power plant emits fewer pollutants into the air.
Taking this idea a step farther, requiring less energy from power plants results in a
decreased dependency on utilities and the oil used to power them. Each of these
advantages benefit the environment by reducing carbon emissions.
Overall, BIPVs reduce:
Greenhouse gas emissions
Dependency on utilities
Dependency on oil
Carbon footprint
SPECIFY A STANDARD SYSTEM
The new BIPV system was designed with architects in mind. By standardizing eight
system sizes, including specifications, panel and electrical drawings, and engineering
data, the onsite renewable energy BIPV system allows you and the manufacturer to
streamline the solar energy specification process. You dont have to reinvent the wheel
with each new project. Everything has already been done for you. Eight system sizes are
available from 3kWs to +240kWs to fit any project.
SPECIFY A STANDARD SYSTEM
Each BIPV system size includes pre-written specifications. All electrical and panel
drawings are designed and formatted for each available BIPV system size.
For the standing seam product, your SSMR (standing seam metal roof) manufacturer can
provide the specifications for section 07400 (MasterFormat 95)/07 41 13 (MasterFormat
04). Electrical specifications can be provided to be included in section 16130 (MF
95)/26 05 33 (MF 04).
CAD Drawings and Pre-written Specifications:
You include the details/specs for the standing seam roof in section 07400/07 41 13 of
your specifications.
An electrical engineer will include electrical schematics in their electrical drawings
and will include the specifications in section 16130/26 05 33.
SYSTEM SIZE
There is a BIPV system for projects of any size for both residential and commercial
projects. For residential applications, a 3 kW system is available. For larger, commercial
or industrial applications, the larger system sizes provide you with several options and
varying energy output.
Available sizes are: 3kW, 5kW, 10kW, 15kW, 30kW, 60kW, 120kW, 240kW.
Custom system sizes available upon request.
ENERGY SYSTEM
Analysis and ROI
The Architect can request:
A customized ROI report for their project before construction begins. Using a state-of-
the-art ROI calculator, the architect will receive within five days a report detailing all
aspects of a projects potential BIPV system. This data includes expected power
production and ROI payback. You can present this payback to the building owner to
support your bid for a project.
Note: Only SSMR manufacturers utilizing a renewable energy system analysis program
have an accurate ROI calculator available.
ENERGY SYSTEM
Other details such as the magnitude of the suns rays that strike a particular location
are calculated for an entire average year, based on data tables from the National
Renewable Energy Laboratory.
Note: The specific project data entered into the ROI request will provide a personalized
report outlining the applicants expected power production and ROI timeline.
ENERGY SYSTEM
Analysis and ROI
Each personalized report provides a detailed analysis of the projects expected energy
output based on the information you provide for the analysis. The more information you
know, the more accurate your report will be. The report also informs you of any
government or utility company incentives available for incorporating alternative or
renewable energy technology into your project. Perhaps most importantly, the calculator
provides you with an accurate return on investment payback.
ROI Calculator Reports provide a detailed analysis of the following:
The projects expected energy output in AC kWh.
Any federal, state, local, and utility company incentives available
Depreciation
A return on investment timeline, including a 25-year cash flow analysis
ENERGY SYSTEM
Analysis and ROI
The data on the expected energy output is used to create a complete and thorough
financial analysis that includes 25-year cash flow information. The financial analysis
reveals the payback time in years and the internal rate of return on the initial
investment. Numerous federal and state financial incentives for using alternative energy
sources are becoming increasingly important for accurate ROI calculations. These
favorable incentives, combined with low installation cost and high efficiency can, in some
cases, decrease ROI to between four and six years.
Decrease ROI to 4-6 years in some areas where:
Cost of electricity is high or increasing
Incentives & rebates exist
Low installation cost of pre-designed systems
High efficiency of PV laminates
Ideal roof slope and building orientation
ROI CASE STUDY
The ROI estimate on this graph is for a medium sized commercial project in Alliance,
Ohio. The total roof area is 66,000 square feet; a 54kW system was installed on 10,080
square feet of the roof facing towards the south. The building owners will begin to see a
return in the second year.
This system will produce approximately 1,546,741 kWh of energy over a 25 year period,
saving $338,441 in electricity costs alone. CO
2
emissions are calculated to be reduced by
102,292 pounds annually.
The chart on the next page includes federal, state and local incentives available at the
time of calculation and includes depreciation.
NET CASH FLOW
Net cash flow over 25 years of life for BIPV
ROI & INCENTIVES DATABASE
As we just mentioned, federal and local incentives for alternative and renewable energy
help to lower the ROI time. The problem is that incentives all have different
requirements and to determine which credits your project qualifies for may be time
consuming. The energy system analysis program ROI calculator references a database
containing all state and federal financial incentives, renewable energy credits and utility
company credits. Included in the report is a list of incentives for which your project
qualifies. These incentives are then factored in to your final ROI timeline. The database is
kept up-to-date.
EMISSIONS REPORT
Furthermore, the report details the amount of pollutants avoided by generating
electricity with the BIPV system. For example, a 54 kW system in Ohio would reduce CO
2
emissions by over 69,000 lbs.
The calculator also generates positive environmental aspects of installation, including
reductions in greenhouse gasses like:
CO
2
emissions
SO
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NO
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gasses
VOCs
PM10
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTANTS
This chart shows how many pounds of atmospheric pollutants can be saved by one building with a
54 kW BIPV solar laminate system. This building was specified with a total roof area of 66,000
square feet, of which 12,080 square feet were facing in a general southern direction (either east or
west). These numbers are specific to climate data, utility rates and energy output in Alliance, Ohio.
As you can see in the first row, Carbon emissions could be drastically reduced each year regardless
of the type of fuel used to create the electricity to run the buildings systems. While Carbon is not a
toxic gas, it is a strong heat-retaining greenhouse gas that has been linked to global climate change.
This chart puts energy savings into
perspective by showing the equivalent
number of pine trees saved from
harvesting. A second comparison shows
that the same emission would result if
65,154 miles were driven by SUVs.
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTANTS
Oxides of nitrogen are some of the main causes of smog and are also associated with
acid rain. These gasses irritate the airways of the lungs and can worsen heart and lung
conditions. Solar energy can reduce nitrogen-based oxides by reducing the amount of
combustion reactions required to produce electricity.
Sulfur dioxide is associated with visual pollution of the atmosphere, as haze, causing the
sky to appear yellow. It is also associated with acid rain. Reducing the amount of sulfur
dioxide produced can help reduce haze and acid rain.
Solar energy also reduces by-product production of particulate matter and volatile
organic compounds (VOCs), which can cause various health conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS
Analysis
An extra benefit to the ROI calculator will put into perspective the environmental
benefits of the BIPV system. The ROI calculator will tell you the equivalent number of
trees planted or number of SUV miles not driven.
This will help you quantify the savings in everyday terms, leveling the playing field for
everyone involved in the specification, selection, installation, and end use of the
standing seam BIPV solar system.
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Lets continue with the example of the medium-
sized commercial building in Ohio. That system
would save the equivalent of 7,307 pine trees
from being harvested or 65,154 SUV miles being
driven.
ROI CALCULATOR
With the ROI calculator providing an accurate, detailed report, you can now let
owners and investors know exactly how long it will take for the BIPV laminate system
to pay for itself. This is a new tool for architects and provides a unique advantage
over other alternative energy options.
SYSTEM WARRANTY
In addition to accurate ROI estimates, you can rest assured that the product will perform
over time. The PV laminates used in all of the systems are rugged, durable and come
with a 25-year warranty. Laminates can be walked on for regular inspections or for
roofing repair. Warranties cover the roof as well as the solar laminates.
LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (LEED)
INDIRECT
SS Credit 7.2
WE Credits 1, 2, and 3
MR Credits 1.1, 2, 4, and 5
DIRECT
EA Credit 1
EA Credit 2
OUTLINE
Energy benefits
Economic benefits
4. How solar roofing contributes to LEED project certification (BD+C)
Indirect
Direct
LEED FOR GREEN BUILDING DESIGN &
CONSTRUCTION
Standing seam metal roofs can impact the following LEED credits indirectly. The use of
this roofing cannot earn these points on its own, but they can contribute to the point if
proper materials and methods are used.
SS Credit 7.2 - The Heat Island Effect Roof credit encourages use of roofing
material compliant SRI values. For a low slope roof, SRI must be greater than or equal
to 78. For a steep slope roof, SRI must be 29 or greater for 75% of the roof.
Note: square footage of PV panels is subtracted from the total calculated roof area*
CONSTRUCTION
MR Credits 1.1, 2, 4 and 5 All address reducing waste of building elements and using
local materials.
MR Credit 1.1 - If you retrofit an existing metal roof, it can contribute to building
reuse. BIPVs can be installed on an existing metal roof.
MR Credit 2 - When the panels are being installed,
scraps can be diverted from the landfill as they are recyclable.
MR Credit 4 A metal roof can be manufactured using recycled content. Percentages
and sources vary and should be specified with the manufacturer.
MR credit 5 Metal roof assemblies/materials may be extracted and manufactured
local to your project site.
CONSTRUCTION
These direct credits are solely impacted by the BIPV roofing system.
EA Credit 1 - Is intended to optimize energy performance of the building by
achieving increasing levels of energy performance above the baseline in the
prerequisite standard to reduce environmental and economic impacts associated
with excessive energy use.
There are three compliance options available from which to select:
OPTION ONE is a whole building energy simulation approach. This option offers
between 1 and 19 points towards project certification. To earn points, you have to
demonstrate a percentage improvement in the proposed building performance
rating compared to the baseline building performance rating per ASHRAE and IESNA
Standard 90.1-2007 by a whole building project simulation.
For new buildings, if you can show a 12% improvement in energy performance, then
you can earn one point. For each additional two percent increase, you earn an
additional point, up to a 48% increase in building performance, for 19 points.
CONSTRUCTION
The same holds true for core and shell, but the minimum improvement is 8% for one
point, and increases from there up to 44% improvement in energy performance.
The estimated energy output provided in the ROI estimate will help you establish the
percentage increase in energy performance. You can use this tool to compare how
different system sizes will increase performance of just the roofing system. While the
BIPV system may significantly improve performance, it is important to remember that
this option requires all building systems be factored into energy performance estimates.
OPTIONS TWO AND THREE are prescriptive compliance path methods, based on the
energy and performance guides. These methods are equal to 1 point for option two and
1 3 points for option three if achieved. BIPV roofing systems can contribute to the
buildings performance by improving performance over the baseline, thereby
contributing points towards credits. BIPV roofing can be a low cost contributor to the
overall energy-efficiency of the building.
CONSTRUCTION
EA Credit 1: Optimization of Energy Performance, Option 1
Points: 1 19
New Construction Existing Building Remodels Points
12% 8% 1
14% 10% 2
16% 12% 3
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30% 26% 10
32% 28% 11
34% 30% 12
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44% 40% 17
46% 42% 18
48% 44% 19
CONSTRUCTION
The intent of EA Credit 2 is to encourage and recognize increasing levels of on-site
renewable energy self-supply in order to reduce environmental and economic impacts
associated with fossil fuel energy use.
CONSTRUCTION
BIPV laminates produce on-site renewable energy to offset building energy cost. If 1
percent of the buildings energy is produced by an on-site system, then one point is
earned. For each additional two percent of on-site energy produced, an additional point
is earned, up to seven points.
BIPV laminate technology has the capability of producing all of a buildings energy, and
returning unused energy to the electrical grid.
CONSTRUCTION
EA Credit 2: On-site Renewable Energy
Point Value: 1 7
%
Renewable
Energy
Points
1% 1
3% 2
5% 3
7% 4
9% 5
11% 6
13% 7
SPECIFYING A BIPV SYSTEM
SELECT A STANDING SEAM ROOFING MANUFACTURER
REQUEST AN ROI REPORT
DETERMINE THE MOST BENEFICIAL SYSTEM SIZE
Energy benefits
Economic benefits
Indirect
Direct
OUTLINE
HOW TO SPECIFY A BIPV SYSTEM
When youre ready to consider BIPV for a project, youre next step is to request an ROI
report based on specifics of your project such as: location, building orientation, roof
slope, size and area of clean roof, the utility company serving the project, current or
anticipated cost per AC kWh, building type and owner type.
Once youve reviewed your custom ROI report, you will be able to determine the most
beneficial system size for your project. Select the system size and request CAD and BIPV
drawings from your standing seam manufacturer to incorporate into 07400/07 41 13
bidding documents.
HOW TO SPECIFY A BIPV SYSTEM
Review the roof location, layout plan and cable tray location with your standing seam
manufacturer. Request electrical CAD drawings and specs from the standing seam
manufacturer to review with your electrical engineer, who will incorporate them into the
16130/26 05 33 specifications. Finally, decide if the BIPV system is to be bid as an
alternate or included in the base bid.
Your ROI report will help you decide to proceed or not, and if so, help you select the best
system size for your project. You can base your decision on information in the ROI
report, such as cash flow, energy savings, payback and environmental benefits.
SPECIFICATION SUMMARY
Select system size
Request CAD & BIPV drawings and specs to incorporate into 07400/07 41 13 bidding
documents
Review BIPV roof location and layout plan with your standing seam roof
manufacturer
Review cable tray location with your standing seam roof manufacturer
Request electrical CAD drawings and specs from the standing seam roof
manufacturer and review them with your electrical engineer.
Electrical engineer will incorporate into EE drawings and 16130/26 05 33
specifications
Decide if the BIPV system is to be bid as alternate or included in base bid
CONTRACTING
When the building owner or investors have approved the project your next step is to
contract the project for installation. The general contractor will receive competitive bids
from roofing and electrical subcontractors. You will review the bids with the owner and
general contractor before the general contractor awards the contract to a subcontractor.
The contract will include installation of BIPV panels, electrical parts, wiring and
commissioning by installers and electrical subcontractors.
CONTRACTING
You will review shop drawings from the standing seam manufacturer to confirm portions
of BIPV, location of BIPV and cable trays. With the approved shop drawings, the standing
seam manufacturer will order and integrate the PV into the standing seam roof system.
The electrical engineer will review the electrical subcontractors drawings for compliance
with specs and confirm the location of disconnects, inverter and other components.
With the approval of the building owner or investors, youre now ready to contract the
project and have the BIPV system installed by traditional roofing and electrical sub
contractors.
CONTRACTING SUMMARY
General contractor receives competitive bids from roofing and electrical
subcontractors
GC, owner and architect review bids
GC awards roof systems contract
Architect reviews and approves shop drawings from the standing seam manufacturer
The standing seam manufacturer orders and integrates PV into the standing seam
roof system
Electrical engineer reviews electrical subcontractor drawings for compliance with
specs and confirms location of the disconnects, inverter, etc.
Peterson Field House (54 kW),
Mount Union College, Alliance, OH
INSTALLATION
With the shop drawings approved and the manufacturing completed, the roof systems
subcontractor and electrical subcontractor will complete the installation.
Installation is as follows:
The roof erector installs BIPV standing seam panels and sheet metal cable trays per
the drawings and specs
The roof erector provides safe access to roof for wiring of PV system by the electrical
subcontractor
The roof erector closes the cable tray and completes roof systems scope, and
provides the warranty
The electrical subcontractor completes the installation of conduit and wiring for
disconnects, inverter, transformer, connector, main panel, including commissioning of
system and set-up of optional data acquisition system
CONCLUSION
REVIEW
COURE SUMMARY
REVIEW
BIPV systems will raise awareness of solar energys potential as an alternative energy
source. Architects and members of the metal roofing industry recognize the
excellent opportunity to lead the way to a greener building future through solar
energy.
When considering solar roofing, utilize an onsite renewable energy system analysis
program to ensure peace of mind that the BIPV system will be installed properly and
ensure high performance.
Just 10 years ago, bulky and fragile polycrystalline panels limited the U.S.
architectural community in solar energy.
Now, architects have access to a reliable and affordable BIPV photovoltaic system.
COURSE SUMMARY
The design professional will now be able to:
1. Identify at least two features of the BIPV standing seam solar laminates that allow
the technology to be easily integrated with the building envelope.
2. List the energy, economic and environmental benefits of the technology behind BIPV
systems.
3. Explain how BIPV systems help architects bring on-site renewable energy to their
projects with solar technology.
4. Describe how BIPV solar laminate systems can contribute to LEED project
certification.
5. Specify a BIPV system.
AIA Course Evaluation
In order to maintain high-quality learning experiences, please access the evaluation for
this course by logging into CES Discovery and clicking on the Course Evaluation link on
the left side of the page.
COURSE SPONSOR
Sheffield Metals International
Jason Watts
5467 Evergreen Parkway
Sheffield Village, OH 44054
jwatts@sheffieldmetals.com
www.sheffieldmetals.com
800-283-5262
GreenCE, Inc. 2010
An AIA Continuing Education Program
Credit for this course is
1 AIA/CES LU/HSW/SD Hour
1 GBCI CE Hour for LEED Professionals
Please note: you will need to complete the conclusion quiz online at
GreenCE.com to receive credit

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