VirtuPVT (hybrid solar heat and power collector) is a cutting-edge solution that revolutionizes the way buildings can harness solar energy. Unlike traditional solar PV systems that only generate electricity, VirtuPVT combines the benefits of solar thermal and photovoltaic technologies in a single unit. This innovative approach allows buildings with limited roof or façade space to efficiently produce both heat and electricity, making it an ideal solution for various sectors with steady hot-water or space-heating demand.

Each VirtuPVT collector consists of modular, evacuated tubes that capture both the sun's thermal energy and convert sunlight into electricity. The integrated reflectors maximize solar energy absorption, resulting in one of the highest energy densities available in the market. This high efficiency enables sites to achieve meaningful decarbonization targets while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

The system is specifically designed for applications such as hotels, leisure centers, hospitals, multi-residential buildings, and food and beverage manufacturing facilities. By displacing the use of gas or other fossil fuels, VirtuPVT not only helps reduce carbon emissions but also shields users from future energy-price volatility.

Key Characteristics

• Hybrid solar technology combining photovoltaic (PV) and thermal (T) energy generation in one unit

• Evacuated-tube collector design with integrated reflectors for high efficiency

• Produces both electricity and hot water up to ~75°C simultaneously

• Compact and modular – ideal for rooftops, façades, and constrained urban spaces

• High energy density (more output per m² than traditional PV panels)

• Compatible with existing hot-water and heating systems

• Rapid, flexible installation using prefabricated frames

• Scalable for commercial and industrial applications (hospitals, hotels, manufacturing)

• TÜV-certified for safety and performance

• Developed and manufactured in the UK with global deployment through partners

Environmental Benefits

• Decarbonises both heat and electricity – tackling the largest source of building emissions

• Reduces reliance on fossil fuels such as gas for hot water and heating

• Delivers up to four times the carbon savings of standard PV-only systems

• Enables net-zero energy strategies even where roof space is limited

• Improves overall solar efficiency, maximising renewable output per square metre

• Cuts operational energy costs while increasing onsite renewable generation

• Supports corporate ESG goals and long-term sustainability targets

• Low-maintenance system with long lifespan, reducing resource use over time

• Promotes local clean-energy production and energy independence

• Contributes directly to SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action)