ClearVue and LandGlass partner to drive photovoltaic glazing technology

ClearVue Technologies and LandGlass Technology subsidiary LandVac have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding to form a strategic partnership to research, develop, manufacture and commercialise a new class of solar vacuum insulated glazing products.

The partnership combines LandVac's advanced vacuum insulated glazing technology with ClearVue's proprietary solar photovoltaic solutions to accelerate development of next-generation photovoltaic vacuum glazing. A joint venture company will be formed to focus on improving high-performance, energy-generating glass solutions.

LandVac has established a patent array around the world covering the core manufacturing technology chain throughout the entire life cycle of the product. LandGlass has invested tens of millions of dollars and eight years of research and development, holding over 1,000 patents on their products.

The new Solar VIG Range will feature innovative glazing products that combine thermal insulation and solar energy generation, including VIG-Solar Vacuum Insulated Vision Glass, Vacuum Insulated Solar Skylights, Vacuum Insulated Solar Spandrel and Vacuum Insulated Solar Cladding Panels.

LandGlass Group founder Yan Zhao said the cooperation would combine high-efficiency thermal insulation performance with ClearVue's building integrated photovoltaic technology to set a new benchmark for building energy conservation.

“This cooperation will not only reshape the industry landscape, but also accelerate the global progress in achieving carbon neutrality goals through green building materials,” Zhao said.

ClearVue interim chief executive Douglas Hunt said the agreement marked the next step in a collaboration that began in 2023.

“ClearVue's proprietary Building Integrated Photovoltaic technology is uniquely compatible with vacuum insulated glazing,” Hunt said.

The joint venture company will be based in Hong Kong and will serve as the intellectual property holding entity for all newly co-developed innovations.

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