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contamination. The cadmium used for the CdTe modules is a waste product from the mining industry that must otherwise be expensively stored to prevent environmental damage.
Calyxo says CdTe technology refines the cadmium and tellurium to a water-insoluble semiconductor to form the basis of the Calyxo thin-film module. The cadmium telluride is then safely bonded between two glass plates to provide a reliable source of solar power for decades. Calyxo says CdTe modules also offer a small energy payback time of about 1.5 years.
First Solar CdTe modules to energise Taliesin West Initiative
The firm will build a 250kW solar energy system as part of “net-zero” initiative at the National Historic Landmark in Arizona
The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, and energy efficiency consultant Big Green Zero, have launched Energising Taliesin West.
This is a pioneering initiative integrating sustainable energy at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West in Scottsdale, Arizona.
To kick off the initiative, the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation has partnered with First Solar to install a 250 kW (AC) solar PV array at Taliesin West.
The groundbreaking effort will transform the entire National Historic Landmark Taliesin West site into a “net zero” energy customer. In other words the site will produce as much energy as it consumes annually, while maintaining the historic and architectural integrity of the site.
The comprehensive endeavour will focus on the twin goals of maximising Taliesin West’s energy efficiency (through improved lighting, insulation, climate controls and other techniques) while also generating clean renewable energy on-site.
Approximately 4,000 of Arizona-based First Solar’s sleek, black solar modules will generate clean electricity for Taliesin West. As part of its commitment to the local communities where it operates, First Solar, with help from several key suppliers, is donating the complete custom- designed ground-mounted solar PV system.
The panels will not be visible from anywhere in the historic core of Taliesin West, nor will tour guests be able to see the panels from any location during their entire tour experience. This will maintain the historic integrity of Frank Lloyd Wright’s desert home and studio.
However, intentionally, guests will be able to see the impressive solar array from the road before they arrive at Taliesin West to take their tour, celebrating the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation’s commitment to sustainable energy. Every year, more than 100,000 tourists come to Scottsdale to experience Taliesin West, which also houses the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture.
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West launches a “net-zero” initiative by partnering with First Solar to build a 250kW solar array on the property grounds
“I couldn’t be more excited about this partnership with Big Green Zero and First Solar,” said Sean Malone, CEO of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. “This is an extraordinary opportunity; the goal of making a world-famous National Historic Landmark site entirely self-sustaining is unprecedented. And we’re going to make it happen. The endeavour will have a broad and deep impact for sustainability efforts throughout America and across the globe. And, importantly, the initiative is entirely consistent with the values of Taliesin West: innovation, an evolving site, embracing new technology, celebrating nature and strategic use of resources.”
“Frank Lloyd Wright is synonymous with innovation in architecture and design, and we share the Frank
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