Overview
Our Singapore Green Plan 2030 is a whole-of-nation sustainable development agenda, where one of the key targets is to achieve net zero emissions through solar energy deployment. Beyond the typical approach of covering roof tops with solar panels, it is timely for us to explore harnessing solar power through architectural-integrated systems; in the form of Building-Added Photovoltaics (BAPV) or Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV).
Objectives
This course aims to keep professionals abreast on the latest BAPV and BIPV technologies as well as to equip industry practitioners with knowledge to design and adopt these systems for greater solar energy deployment.
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Differentiate the types, functions and designs of BAPV/BIPV technologies;
- Determine optimal placement and suitability of BAPV/BIPV; and
- Evaluate projects for BAPV/BIPV deployment.
Course Outline
Introduction to Photovoltaics
- Overview of solar energy and its applications
- PV global outlook
- Solar applications in building skin
BAPV/BIPV Technologies & their Applications
- Compare multi-Si, mono-Si, and thin film technologies
- Organic, perovskites and tandem technologies
- Aesthetics of BAPV/BIPV
Optimal Placement of Photovoltaics
- Critical parameters for optimal placement of PV in tropics
- Solar potential analysis of individual buildings and neighbourhoods
- Feasible options to achieve SLEB, ZEB
Photovoltaics Systems & Evaluation
- Understanding its system components
- IEC standards, building code requirements
- Financial assessment, payback and PV life cycle cost (LCC) calculator
Photovoltaics Façade Integration & Performance
- Basics of facades systems
- Types of solar façade suitable for tropical climate
Key Considerations for Photovoltaics Adoption
- Fire safety requirements for BAPV & BIPV
- Maintenance service life and warranty
- Evaluate value chain of solar power production and the various business models
- Troubleshoot and overcome key challenges in solar applications
Course Information
Next intake to be confirmed
BCAA Learning Management System (LMS)
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Trainer / Lecturer
DR. VERONIKA SHABUNKO is an energetic, experienced and commercially driven innovator with a passion for Sustainability and Renewable Energy. She is a Head of Market Development of innovative solar façade systems for Southeast Asia at the Grenzebach Envelon GmbH based in Singapore. She specialises in high-performance BIPV systems, techno-economic solutions and reliable integration of renewable energies into buildings and built environment. To date, Dr. Veronika has generated over 30 publications and is a recognised market expert across South-East Asia in the field of Renewable Energy with a specialisation in Photovoltaics.
PHILIP KWANG is the Managing Director/ Façade Consultant of Façade Global Master Pte Ltd, and also the Director of SG Glass Innovation Master Pte Ltd. He is known to be an active advocate in BIPV facades, which was promoted through his regular engagement with the community and various government agencies. Philip is instrumental in delivery the first SCDF approved BAPV façade at PSA’s Tuas MB Building – a GBIC funded national demonstrator super low energy building with BAPV facades.
Who Should Attend
Industry practitioners who are keen to embark on Green Mark journey or play the role of a Green Specialist; e.g. Developers, Building Owners, Architects, Engineers, Consultants, Project Managers, Facility Managers etc.
Assessment & Award
MCQ online assessment:
Participants are required to complete the MCQ online assessment by 5 August 2025, 2359 hrs (next intake to be confirmed).
An e-Certificate of Successful Completion (e-CSC) will be issued to participants who:
- Achieve at least 75% class attendance; and
- Pass MCQ test and group project assignment.
Fee & Funding
Fee (inclusive of 9% GST):
S$721.00
CPD Points
BOA-SIA: 4 CPD
PEB: 12 PDU
SCEM: 14 PDU
SGBC-GMAP: 6 SGBC-GMAP CPD
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