Canton of Neuchâtel: More than 33,300 innovative solar roof tiles are paving the way to energy independence

Three major renovation projects of protected buildings are reaching their final stages in Neuchâtel. These buildings will be equipped with 33,300 innovative solar tiles, the result of a fruitful collaboration between CSEM, the technology innovation center, and Freesuns. This milestone signifies substantial progress for the City and Canton of Neuchâtel in the race to the 2050 Swiss energy transition.

The Collège des Parcs in Neuchâtel, slated for completion in 2025, now features a dynamic solar-tiled roof, a collaborative innovation by Freesuns and CSEM.

©Freesuns - The Collège des Parcs in Neuchâtel, slated for completion in 2025, now features a dynamic solar-tiled roof, a collaborative innovation by Freesuns and CSEM.

Highlights

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Three heritage buildings in Neuchâtel will soon be outfitted with 33,300 solar tiles, thanks to a partnership between Freesunsand CSEM, marking a significant stride toward the 2050 energy transition.

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The Collège des Parcs will enjoy self-sustained energy production of nearly 150,000 kilowatt-hours(kWh) per year, meeting its annual energy needs. Two iconic Hauterivestone buildings on Rue A.-L. Breguet are also being fitted with new solar tiles, including a grey variant.

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Freesuns and CSEM are now pushing the envelope in developing and marketing even more efficient generations of solar tiles, bolstered by a recent fundraising of one million Swiss francs secured by Freesuns.