Suntech, the world’s largest crystalline silicon photovoltaic solar panel manufacturer, had initially been engaged by the Shenergy Group, one of the city’s largest power companies, to develop and build the two solar systems.
Each system will be building-integrated and utilize solar panels and will be capable of creating a power output of 3.12 megawatts while displacing 1,000 tons of coal consumption and 2,500 tons of carbon emissions per year.
"The use of solar energy systems to power the China and Theme pavilions clearly reflects the spirit of this year's Shanghai World Expo, and its theme, Better City Better Life," said Dr. Zhengrong Shi, Chairman and CEO of Suntech. "With the combination of advanced solar technologies and architecture, we can seamlessly integrate solar systems into a building's structure. These promising capabilities will help to reduce the urban carbon footprint and facilitate sustainable development.”
Suntech has been benefiting greatly from a rebound the public’s interest after a rough 2009. On January 12, the company announced that it had sold out of panels in the fourth quarter of 2009 and expected to be without available products until the second quarter of 2010, Reuters reported.
