Denmark Hill

Denmark Hill station is the first train station in Europe to have BIPVco's Flextron thin film solar technology installed. At only 3mm thick and 3kg per m2 the flexible solar panels are highly advanced from traditional 'glass like' panels, requiring no additional weight support. Importantly for the re-generation project, the aesthetic finish offered by Flextron seamlessly integrates with the architectural design. Also by being glass free, these UK manufactured flexible panels are both shatterproof, and require no on-going cleaning/maintenance due to a Teflon like self cleaning top sheet.The advanced technology also operates at a higher efficiency in shadow and shading conditions, generating more energy than 'traditional' solar.

The regeneration project at Denmark Hill station positions Network Rail as pioneer in adopting the next generation of sustainable, renewable solar power.

Sustainability was key to the project where an innovative new photovoltaic (solar) film has been installed on the new station roof, the rain cover over the accessible ramp and the new platform canopies, to make the upgraded parts of the station ‘carbon positive’, inputting energy into the Electricity Grid overall. It is the first time the film has been used at a Network Rail station in Europe and will be also used at other stations going forward.

David Bradley, Chief Executive of South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust