United States. An innovative solar energy project was realized at one of McDonalds' fast food restaurants, located at Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, Florida.
The restaurant has managed to be the first zero emissions in the United States for the brand, mainly by the installation of a novel photovoltaic glass with which they covered the entire structure and which is manufactured by the Spanish company to Onyx Solar.
In total, 192 units of crystalline amorphous silicon glass of 291 W/unit with a gray finish were installed, with a total installed power of 55.80 kWp. These were combined with vertical gardens to absorb CO2.
Conventional photovoltaic solar panels have also been installed in the car parks, as well as a natural ventilation system: an automatic system of blinds that open and close depending on the humidity and temperature outside, achieving considerable energy savings.
Inside the building, there is an area specially dedicated to the sustainable features of the project, where users can watch the videos of the project carried out by Ross Barney Architects, technical details and how technology can help us fight against climate change.
