Renewable energy is becoming commonplace in today’s sustainable buildings. It is a way in which the ecological vision and awareness are combined with the design and comfort.

Sustainable buildings can also be considered smart buildings. This response to the fact that they are structures in which technologies, architecture, design and innovation are integrated. They are seen as a solution, given the growing demand that different sectors of society make towards the real estate industry. 

An example of popular renewable energy is solar energy, this method is seen as a sustainable energy system that allows present development without putting future generations at risk. It does not emit greenhouse gases, so it does not contribute to global warming. It is shown as one of the most efficient renewable technologies in the fight against climate change.  

Solar panels through solar energy are responsible for power generation and the production of water. The photovoltaic cells in the solar panel produce electricity and the hydraulic system heats the water, minimizing thermal losses and maximizing photovoltaic production. The insulation in solar panels helps to prevent loss of accumulated heat in the solar collector and improves absorption efficiency. 

At Kenneth Costa Consultancy, we see the positive steps of promoting renewable energy installations which are ideal in buildings with high consumption of hot water or heating, as well as electricity, such as residences, sports centres and hospitals.