This building is expected to generate 142kWp at its peak. In a report by Interesting Engineering, 550 Spencer, an eight-story building that consists of 1,182 solar panels to make a North Facade that resembles regular glass panels, is now under construction in Melbourne, Australia.
Australian firm Kennon has revealed plans for an ambitious new project in Melbourne. Named 550 Spencer, the eight-story office building will produce more electricity than it requires using a cutting-edge solar facade made up of 1,182 solar panels.
The 550 Spencer office tower is the first building to receive approval from the Building Appeals Board of Victoria for the use of an integrated solar facade system.
Kennon is designing a commercial office tower in Melbourne called 550 Spencer that will feature more than 1,000 glass-like solar panels across its facade.