Photovoltaic concrete, also known as solar power concrete or solar concrete, is a new and innovative building material that combines the structural integrity of traditional concrete with the energy generation capabilities of solar panels.
An example of free-standing concrete bases being used to support solar panels can be seen at Wellingborough solar farm. Due to an archaeological restriction on part of the land, our bespoke division manufactured 275 reinforced concrete blocks, this allowed a group of panels to be erected without the need for excavation.
What is solar concrete?
Solar concrete, also called photovoltaic concrete, is one of the newest of these. Below is a comprehensive guide to solar concrete, its benefits, how it works, and a cost rundown. Additionally, we'll cover some alternate solar technologies, such as solar roofing, tiles, and panels, you can use to benefit your household and the environment.
Can a reinforced concrete block support a solar panel above ground?
In areas where penetration of the ground is difficult or restricted for archaeological or safety reasons, our reinforced concrete blocks are the perfect solution, providing ballast to support these solar panels above ground. Our solar panel ballast blocks are designed to provide support to multiple panels.
What are the benefits of solar concrete?
The most obvious benefit of solar concrete is providing significant cost savings. There's no doubt energy costs are rising, which may fuel growth for solar concrete adoption in the future. Another benefit of solar concrete is it improves the carbon dioxide balance in the atmosphere.
Solar panels are effective even in locations where sunlight is limited. To install solar panels on their roof, most homeowners will pay between $17,278 and $32,650, but the potential long-term savings can often offset this cost and make it a worthwhile investment.
An environmentally friendly solution, using blocks instead of penetrating the land means a field can be quickly returned to agricultural use if required. An example of free-standing concrete bases being used to support solar panels can be seen at Wellingborough solar farm.