PV Powered Passive Solar with Smart Skylights

Sean White‘s Solar and Energy Storage Podcast

In this episode, Sean White talks with Wayne Feltman from VELUX about skylights and how they can help bring more daylight and fresh air into homes and buildings. They discuss the difference between solar PV and passive solar, and how skylights can make spaces brighter and more energy efficient. Wayne shares the history of VELUX, explains how modern skylights work including solar-powered and smart skylights and talks about the benefits of natural ventilation for better indoor air quality. The conversation also covers energy savings, new technology like app-controlled skylights, and tips for builders and homeowners.
Topics covered:
VELUX company background and history
Passive solar vs. solar PV
Benefits of skylights for daylight and ventilation
Energy efficiency and building envelopes
Natural ventilation and indoor air quality
Types of skylights (fixed, manual, solar-powered, smart)
Fire safety and egress with skylights
Solar-powered skylights and battery technology
Smart skylight controls and app integration
Shades and light control for skylights
CO2 and humidity sensors for healthy homes
Sustainability and electric vehicles at VELUX
Energy savings and automation
Skylight installation tips for builders and homeowners
Reach out to Wayne Feltman here:
Email address: [email protected]
VELUX: www.veluxusa.com
Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at
www.heatspring.com/sean
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