1989 introduction of glass polycarbonate lamination 1999 First PV Products 2003 Expansion of PV panel Capacity 6MWp 2007 Capacity increase to 34MWp 2011 Acquired by Gentoo Group 2011 Capacity increase to 60MWp • Visionaries in glass since 1943 • High quality PV products manufactured in the UK • Focus on quality, availability and value for money
“Renewable energy is energy generated from natural resources - such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides and geothermal heat which are (renewable) naturally replenished.”
an initiative designed to encourage the installation of renewable energy systems. It rewards individuals and organisations that generate electricity from renewable sources. Feed in Tariff payments for PV will be made for at least 20 years from date of installation for electricity generated from solar PV panels. This rate is adjusted annually to allow for inflation (RPI) Savings via three mechanisms: – Generation for 20 years – Export – Electricity Savings
to electricity • Generates energy from a renewable source • No emissions, no moving parts • No batteries • Long warranties • Very low maintenance • Rated by kWp
‘future proof’ against rising prices. • Solar PV has no moving parts and requires very little maintenance. • By exporting to the Grid you get an additional source of guaranteed income. • It can be used very effectively in new builds – doubling up as a building material – an ‘energy roof’ – as well as a source of energy.
in to building elements – Replacing conventional roof tiles – Glazing facades – External cladding To create stunning designs which also generate their own energy, reducing the environmental impact of the building.