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have forwarded details of their new 'complete solar roof' tiles. These mix and match any number of solar thermal and solar photovoltaic tiles to provide a combined heat and power. I guess they are designed for new builds, but I see no reason why they could not be used for  a total re-roofing of an existing building. The product is available sometime this year and I have to say it looks really exciting. Sorry I don't have any pricing details, contact solarcentury for more information.

The Complete Solar Roof generates electricity and hot water at the same time, using a combination of solar electric (C21e) and solar hot water/thermal (C21t) roof tiles.

solarcentury are the first company in the world to offer this powerful mix of technologies as a fully integrated roofing solution to generate combined solar heat and power.

This combination of solar electric and solar thermal technologies is one of the most practical and aesthetically pleasing energy solutions available. The discreet SunPower photovoltaic (PV) panels, mounted in dark grey frames, are the most subtle and efficient monocrystalline solar cells available in the world today. C21t has a similar matt black finish, which blends superbly with conventionally tiled roofs. Together, the two technologies create a fully integrated solar roof without any need to apply for additional planning permission.

Black monocrystalline C21e tile

• Full integration - solar water heating and electricity generation combined as an ‘in the roof’ solution

• Mix and match - varying the quantities of thermal and photovoltaic tiles allows different configurations to match users heat and power needs

• Simple installation - tiles can be installed by any competent roofer

• No extra planning - with no need to alter roof lines, no protrusion and no change to roof colour or pitch, the

Complete Solar Roof does not require additional planning permission.

• Compatible with common interlocking roof tiles enables full roof integration

• Fits with conventional tiled roof construction, fixing to regular roof battens

• Minimal on site work - tiles arrive fully assembled

• Fast to install - tiles are integrated in exactly the same way as conventional interlocking tiles.

• Compatibility - tiles are designed to fit with a wide range of roofing products and accessories

• UK Building Regulation compliant

• Performance is optimised with unique, integrated

'thru-flow' ventilation in C21e and thermal insulation in C21t

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