# Photovoltaic Solar Airports Burbank's Hangar 25 is World's Greenest By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2008-12-10 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hangar-25-burbank References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2008/12/worlds-first-leed-platinum-aviation-hangar-unveiled.php) & [3030nclybournavenue](http://3030nclybournavenue.com/) This morning, Shangri-La Construction unveiled its latest green project, Hangar 25 of the [Bob Hope Airport](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icolo-e-bengo-aerotropolis) in Burbank, California. It’s the first [aviation hangar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aircraft-engine-testing) to receive LEED certification and boasts a bevy of environmentally-friendly features. The 50,630-square-foot Hangar 25 produces 110% of its energy needs with the [photovoltaic solar panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion) on its roof. That’s 400,000 kWh per year of clean energy. Hangar 25 was built using primarily recycled, locally-sourced materials, and its landscaping uses 51% less water than most buildings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Photovoltaic Solar Panels:** There is a growing trend of incorporating photovoltaic solar panels in construction projects, providing a sustainable and efficient source of clean energy. - **LEED Certification:** LEED certification is becoming increasingly important in the aviation industry, driving the adoption of environmentally-friendly features in hangar construction. - **Sustainable Materials:** The use of recycled and locally-sourced materials is a trend that is gaining traction in the construction industry, reducing waste and promoting sustainability. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Construction:** The construction industry has the opportunity to incorporate photovoltaic solar panels and sustainable materials into their projects, promoting energy efficiency and environmental consciousness. - **Aviation:** The aviation industry can benefit from the adoption of LEED certification and environmentally-friendly features in hangar construction, reducing their carbon footprint and contributing to a greener future. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can continue to innovate and expand with the growing demand for photovoltaic solar panels, providing clean and sustainable energy solutions for various applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [LED-Wrapped Airport Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pragues-airport.md) - [Airport EV Charging Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerflex.md) - [Expansive Airport Roof Canopies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portland-airport.md) - [Net-Positive Energy Botanical Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marie-selby-botanical-gardens.md) - [Zero-Emission Solar-Powered Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/falcon-horizon.md) - [Renewable Energy Aircrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-aircraft.md) - [Streamlined Airport Metro Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metro-transit-center-station.md) - [Solar-Powered Vineyard Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vineyard-building.md) - [Mass-Timber Airport Rooftops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portland-international-airport.md)