Technical and economic study of rooftop PV system, PV window, and PCM; A case study in Ilam, Iran

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

1 Master of Science, Energy Systems Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran

2 Associate Professor, Faculty of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran

10.22059/ses.2023.355436.1027

Abstract

Buildings represent the largest energy-consuming sector; thus, exploring methods to decrease energy consumption within them is of utmost importance. Two energy-generating solutions within buildings are rooftop photovoltaic (PV) systems and PV windows. Additionally, incorporating Phase Change Materials (PCM) into building walls presents an energy-saving solution. This research compares the reduction of energy consumption through PCM with electricity generation via rooftop PV systems and PV windows. Results indicate that reductions in electricity consumption for rooftop PV, PV windows, and PCM are 11.5%, 1.4%, and 2.1%, respectively. Furthermore, an economic analysis was conducted on the energy produced by the photovoltaic power plant for sale to Iran’s Ministry of Energy. Findings reveal that under the condition of selling electricity, the payback period for a rooftop PV system is 6.3 years.

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Journal of sustainable Energy Systems
Volume 1, Issue 4
October 2023
Pages 341-354

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