Solskin develops intelligent, climate-adaptive building envelopes that dynamically adjust energy production and interior shading based on environmental and user conditions. This system integrates dynamic solar facades with moving panels to generate PV power while significantly reducing building energy consumption. The result is enhanced building comfort and substantial energy efficiency through AI-driven control of solar heat gains.
Funding
$1.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Conventional building facades lack the adaptability to optimize both energy production and shading in response to real-time climate conditions and user preferences. This inflexibility leads to increased energy consumption and suboptimal indoor comfort.
Solution
Zurich Soft Robotics offers Solskin, an adaptive solar facade system that dynamically adjusts photovoltaic panels to maximize energy generation and provide intelligent shading. By responding to climate conditions and user needs, Solskin reduces building energy consumption. The system uses AI-powered controls to optimize solar heat gain, creating high-quality living and working spaces while mitigating the impacts of climate change. Solskin's modular design allows for easy adaptation to various building types, whether new constructions or renovations.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes building owners, architects, and planners interested in integrating sustainable energy solutions into their projects, as well as installers looking to expand their offerings with intelligent facade systems.
Features
- Solar-tracked PV panels that redirect to the optimal position for energy production
- AI-powered control system that learns and adapts to occupant needs and environmental conditions
- Modular system design adaptable to any building type
- Prefabricated elements for rapid installation
- Integration with building automation systems
- Visible statement of sustainable commitment