Building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) generate electricity while serving as building materials like roofing, facades, or glazing. BIPV modules are made through a process involving laying up cells, tabbing, stringing, lamination under heat and pressure, and edge trimming before framing, connecting, testing, and packaging. BIPV can be used for rooftops, vertical facades, or flat and vertical glazing, with the design and engineering of the modules and their mounting considered from initial concept through construction and installation of the finished product.