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The façade includes solar spandrels, solar cladding in a range of colours and architectural building-integrated photovoltaic units (BIPV) such as skylights and balustrade glass.

By inputting details such as expected weather conditions and the direction the building faces, the high-tech software can illustrate the benefits of using ClearVue’s array of solar products and if net-zero can be attained. The software can also determine expected payback periods based on the cost to implement the sun-performing products into the building design.

Management says in some cities, depending on the variables involved, it is possible to attain a building capable of net-zero performance.

In a bid to ensure quality control of its product range, the company developed a custom-designed “flash-tester”, which is effectively a tool to measure the power generated from its second-generation solar PV glazing products.

ClearVue also instigated an independent report on the tax benefits and incentives that could be triggered if its building products are used. The report by Californian-based consulting group BRAYN demonstrates eligibility for tax credits and incentives under the United States Inflation Reduction Act, further improving the appeal of the products.