Eco Factor: Newly developed slates harness solar energy.
Cupa Group, the Spain’s largest construction materials company has come up with the world’s first solar collector slate that is just perfect for any kinds of roofing. The solar slates, dubbed as Thermoslate, not only harness solar energy, but are structurally superb as well.
Aside from adding more than two-third of the energy needs of ACS (Hot Water) Heating and Support, the waterproof slates harness solar energy even on cloudy days. The solar slates tout extra insulation and has almost nil maintenance cost. The Ministry of Economy and Industry of the Xunta de Galicia also lent a helping hand toward the creation of theses slates. Apart from their usability in buildings and houses, the slates could solve the aesthetic problems in the rehabilitation of historic monuments.
Via: Construnario
