A recent study by MIT found that people are willing to pay a higher price for better-looking solar panels, with panels that blend into the background and match the colour of the roof being most preferred.

The study also found that people would buy less efficient solar panels if they were aesthetically pleasing, and that presenting images of better-looking solar panels reduced the uncertainty of installing solar for customers.

The researchers concluded that aesthetics is a major driving factor in the adoption of solar panels – people want solar panels that integrate with the roof and don’t stand out / are not easily seen.

If you would like to learn more about the building-integrated photovoltaic industry, we recommend for you to study:

PV Magazine
PV Sites
Energy Saving Trust
N-tech Research: BIPV Glass Markets 2015 – 2022
MIT Study on Visual Appearance of Solar Panels
Dem 4 BiPV
Helmholtz Berlin

• Traditional solar panels are highly visible and spoil the aesthetics of the house. BiSolar PVs have been designed to be the same colour as standard roof tiles, so that the panels blend in and are aesthetically pleasing, even when they are exposed to the sun and active. As such, BiSolar adds substantial market value to homes.
• Traditional solar panels are attached to the roof by making holes for supporting frames. This damages roof structural integrity and increases the chances of water penetration. BiSolar does not alter conventional roof tiles in any way.
• Traditional solar panels are installed after the installation of the roof, increasing costs. BiSolar is laid at the same time as laying the roof, greatly reducing the cost of installation.

• When activated by the sun, similar products tend to be blue and easily seen, spoiling the appearance of the house. BiSolar PVs have been designed to be the same colour as standard roof tiles, so that the panels blend in and are aesthetically pleasing, even when exposed to the sun and active.
• In most similar products, wires from the solar panels are passed through holes in the concrete roof tiles, damaging structural integrity and increasing the chances of water penetration. BiSolar does not alter conventional roof tiles in any way.
• Most similar products use solar panels that are semi-flexible, utilising plastic for a front layer. BiSolar uses industry-standard glass, greatly increasing reliability and durability.

BiSolar has passed several key safety and performance tests by accredited laboratories (e.g. IEC 61215 pre-tests, BRE WDR Test).

BiSolar was designed and patented by Roof Tiles Technology Ltd.

Roof Tiles Technology Ltd was established in the UK by Antonio Lanzoni and Stewart Brown, combining over 70 years of experience in the UK and worldwide roof tile markets.

Our aim is to offer a limited selection of companies a unique way to enhance their product range in the rapidly growing photovoltaic roofing industry.

• A fantastic new business opportunity that allows you to enter the rapidly growing solar roofing sector in a short period of time and with minimal financial investment and risk.
• A superb patented product using the latest solar technologies.
• Reliable and trustworthy partners with 70+ years of experience in the roofing industry.
• Supported by complete know-how, from a viable market entry strategy, to acquiring the necessary performance and safety certifications, to achieving fully integrated, large-scale production of BiSolar.
• Territorial exclusivity upon a suitable agreement.