Promega Canopies (Solar Trees), Chilworth

Client
Promega
Location
Chilworth, Southampton
Architect
Architecture PLB
Contractor
Cliftons
Value
£Undisclosed
Service
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering

Calcinotto were appointed by Promega, one of the world’s leading Biotech companies, to provide 12 Solar Canopies

Challenge

Harness the full potential of sustainable energy

The proposed new solar trees are designed to power the electric car charging stations within the Southampton quarters as well as easing the electrical load for the Promega offices on the existing site.

Solution

Bespoke Panels with high surface area

These 12 canopies, also called trees, were designed with Architecture PLB and provide power to the Promega offices on site, whilst also powering the three charging stations (electric vehicles). They were installed in the existing car park.

The design of the trees is to promote green solutions and serve a dual purpose: By harnessing sunlight that would otherwise go unused, solar canopies and awnings not only generate electricity but also provide shade and shelter for people and vehicles.

Image Credit: Cliftons Projects

Calcinotto provided civil and structural engineering services on this project.

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