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WHICH MARKETS ARE THE CPVH PROJECT AND ITS INNOVATION TARGETING? Thanks to its versatility, sustainability and disruptive nature, this technology is primarily aimed at the civil construction markets, including residential, commercial and industrial buildings, as well as smart cities, micro-grids and smart grids. To ensure an efficient energy transition, CPVH Read more…

ZERO-ENERGY AND POSITIVE-ENERGY BUILDINGS Did you know that buildings are responsible for more than half of all electricity consumption? Given this scenario, the way forward is to make constructions self-sufficient, transforming them into Zero-Energy Buildings (which produce as much as they consume) or even Positive-Energy Buildings (which generate a surplus). Read more…

ENABLING USERS TO TAKE CONTROL OF THEIR ENERGY THROUGH THE CPVH PROJECT! Digitalisation is a central pillar of the CPVH Project, which leverages the Internet of Energy (IoE) to transform the way domestic and industrial energy consumption is managed. Through an innovative, miniaturised monitoring system, it is possible to track Read more…

EXPLORING CPVH´S IMPACT: A CONTRIBUTION TO THE ENERGY TRANSITION! In a context of global change, reducing reliance on fossil fuels has become increasingly important. In this regard, investing in renewable and economically viable alternatives is key to a more sustainable future. But how can we accelerate this transition? Through photovoltaic Read more…

WHY IS CPVH SUCH A DISTINCTIVE PROJECT? Here are some of the main reasons: Because it is developing an integrated solution that does not yet exist on the market, and which promises to revolutionise the energy and construction sectors. The Project will therefore cover several phases: research, creation, validation and Read more…

SMART FAÇADES FOR ENERGY-EFFICIENT BUILDINGS! The integration of hybrid solar components into building façades transforms vertical surfaces into active systems to produce electricity and heat. Developed within the scope of the CPVH Project, this solution optimises the use of urban space and strengthens buildings’ energy autonomy. The technology combines holographic Read more…

CONSORTIUM MEETS TO REVIEW PROGRESS AND UPCOMING CHALLENGES! Project partners met in Vila Nova de Famalicão (Portugal), at CeNTI’s facilities, for an in-person meeting dedicated to reviewing the progress achieved and the main research milestones. The meeting also provided an opportunity to align the next development stages and validate the Read more…

THERMAL INNOVATION AT THE SERVICE OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY! Innovative thermal components will be incorporated into the hybrid concentrator solar modules, the solution being developed under the CPVH Project. These advanced thermal collectors will be integrated into two system modules: the hybrid concentrated photovoltaic modules and the energy storage modules. In Read more…

SMART SENSORS TO ENHANCE THE RELIABILITY OF PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES! The durability and performance of photovoltaic (PV) modules are often affected by environmental factors and mechanical stress, leading to long-term power degradation. Monitoring these effects is essential, but the current use of bulky external sensors compromises accuracy in measuring critical parameters Read more…

THE TRANSFORMATIVE ROLE OF HOLOGRAPHIC LENSES IN THE FUTURE OF BUILDINGS! The use of Holographic Optical Elements (HOEs), particularly holographic lenses, represents a groundbreaking approach to capturing solar energy and integrating it into buildings. The innovation lies in the lenses themselves, recognised for their high accuracy and unique angular and Read more…