THE infamous melting roof of the Glasgow Science Centre will be replaced in a £5.5m facelift.
Money will be spent replacing the roof, which is notorious for its black tar waterproof membrane leaking in the heat, to deal with the city's climate.
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The entire Pacific Quay building is undergoing a makeover, with external works set to start this month.
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Due to excessive heat build-up over prolonged periods of hot weather, the venue’s roof has seen its existing waterproof coating gradually melt away which resulted in black tar staining the titanium shingle roof.
The works will involve replacing the current shingles with new stainless-steel plates, new insulation and a more heat resistant waterproof membrane. The roof will retain its distinctive look but it is hoped to be more robust in dealing with the ever-changing Glasgow climate.
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Scottish Enterprise is funding the renovation works, which are designed to make the centre more eco-friendly as well as cleaner and brighter.
Dr Stephen Breslin, chief executive of Glasgow Science Centre said: "In the lead up to Glasgow hosting COP26, we want to lead by example in tackling climate change and are working towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2030.”
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