Sunny side up
Series: RIBA Journal ; 111(8) August 2004, 40-44(4)Publication details: 2004Subject(s): Summary: Looks at the use of photovoltaics on housing developments. Photovoltaics are used to power heating systems from sunlight and have been used on a private housing development in Belfast, despite their reputation for being expensive. Argues that good advance planning can make this form of sustainable development affordable. Suggests new schemes could include the capacity to incorporate such technology in the future when it becomes more affordable.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | X127189 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 127189-1001 |
Looks at the use of photovoltaics on housing developments. Photovoltaics are used to power heating systems from sunlight and have been used on a private housing development in Belfast, despite their reputation for being expensive. Argues that good advance planning can make this form of sustainable development affordable. Suggests new schemes could include the capacity to incorporate such technology in the future when it becomes more affordable.