The ‘Energy Roof’ – Perugia’s latest solar-powered architectural innovation

A roof that generates electricity and looks like an architectural wonder will be used as a canopy along the Via Mazzini in Perugia. Designed by Wolf D. Prix, Design Principal and CEO of COOP HIMMELB(L)AU, the ‘Energy Roof’ will generate electricity for the city. The west wing of the roof captures solar energy while the east wing captures wind energy. Made up of three layers, this roof contains the energy generating unit in the top layer, the structural layer in the middle and a combination of laminated glazing and translucent pneumatic cushions in the bottom layer. The top layer contains photovoltaic cells that grab juice from the sun while five wind turbines place in the structural layer generate energy.

This stylish and freshly designed architectural wonder proves to be an example in the use of alternative energy and will be yet another pride to the Italian city of Perugia.

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