ClearVue Technologies has secured its first order for a solar building envelope solution, with plans to install solar cladding on Perth’s iconic Enex100 building, marking a key milestone for the company ahead of the project’s expected completion in mid-2025.
This initial order signals the market’s growing recognition of ClearVue’s energy-efficient building solutions, particularly as building owners and developers seek to reduce operational carbon emissions and energy costs, ClearVue said in a news release.
“This is a pivotal moment for ClearVue,” said Martin Deil, Global CEO of ClearVue Technologies.
“This sale of our solar envelope solution confirms our commercial strategy and shows the value the market is starting to place on energy-efficient smart building solutions.”
Deil continued, “In Australia, the building sector is responsible for around 19% of total electricity usage and 18% of direct carbon emissions. Our technology can be deployed in both retrofit and new construction projects to lower emissions and costs.”
The Enex100 project involves over 200 architectural black PV building envelope modules, part of ClearVue’s comprehensive solar façade product suite.
The company’s proprietary framing system, which ensures easy installation and maintenance, was a key factor in the selection.
“Our products were chosen due to their energy generation capabilities, high reliability, low combustibility, and compliance with building standards,” added Deil.
“The seamless pure black glass feature wall not only performs but also enhances the building’s aesthetic.”
Garry Hendrix, senior engineer at ISPT, the property owner of Enex100, emphasised the importance of sustainability in their decision-making process.
“For ISPT, it is crucial to enhance the sustainability and thereby the value of our property portfolio while meeting our tenants’ and stakeholders’ broader ESG expectations,” said Hendrix.
“ISPT reviewed several competitive solutions but were attracted to ClearVue products due to the innovative design that delivers the key deployment requirements of the construction industry.”
Obi Energy, the commercial solar specialists advising ISPT, also expressed optimism about ClearVue’s technology.
“As independent specialists involved in sourcing energy solutions for our corporate clients, we are pleased to have been introduced to ClearVue’s innovative solutions,” said a spokesperson from Obi Energy.
“We look forward to exploring further use of ClearVue products in future projects.”
