CONSTRUCTING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

The PS10 solar power plant near Seville, Spain, is equipped with 624 mobile mirrors and three solar towers that store energy. © Stocksy/Markel Redondo Studio In the United States, CertainTeed solar roofing systems are reinventing photovoltaic roofs by providing clean energy without the unsightly design of some panels. The systems are designed to be installed with a new or existing concrete tile roof. To achieve real energy efficiency, those involved in construction must maintain a holistic view of the design of buildings, from taking a bioclimatic approach to the choice of materials and equipment. It is also essential to bring together the worlds of energy and digital technology, in order to deploy intelligent solutions and smart grids to better control energy production and consumption – while improving usage and comfort. 49 CONSTRUCTING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

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