Article
Energy & Fuels
Bernhard Schweighofer, Armin Buchroithner, Richard Felsberger, Hannes Wegleiter
Summary: Photovoltaic (PV) systems combined with energy storage offer advantages such as increased self-sufficiency and improved grid stability. However, factors such as location, subsidies, energy tariffs, and component size significantly influence system performance. This paper aims to provide insight into component modeling and parameterization for PV modules, battery storage, and inverters, as well as suggestions for control strategies.
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Construction & Building Technology
Qi Zhou, Peixin Dong, Mengying Li, Zhe Wang
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive review of research on the interactions between photovoltaic (PV) devices and their ambient environment using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations. A total of 69 studies published in the last decade were surveyed and categorized into six research subjects. The results showed that most studies focused on PV thermal characteristics, cooling, and dust deposition, while fewer studies investigated airflow, wind loading, and microclimate. Future research should aim to develop simplified models, boundary conditions, and parameterization methods for urban-scale simulations and more complex physical phenomena.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2023)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Khodadad Mostakim, M. Hasanuzzaman
Summary: This article provides an extensive overview of various solar photovoltaic-thermal systems (PVT), discussing the technical and financial barriers they face and offering suggestions to overcome these challenges. The comparative analysis reveals the advantages and future prospects of glazed double pass PVT and water-air systems. Additionally, the review of PVT technologies can guide the development of clean technology and sustainable strategies.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Milana S. Medojevic, Milovan M. Medojevic, Pablo Diaz Villar
Summary: This paper highlights the importance of utilizing solar energy as a renewable energy source and its application in the metal-forming manufacturing system. Through detailed simulation methodology, photovoltaic systems can be sized and designed to reduce energy production costs.
Article
Energy & Fuels
C. Granados, M. Castaneda, S. Zapata, F. Mesa, A. J. Aristizabal
Summary: This document presents a cost analysis of Building Integrated Photovoltaic Systems (BIPVS) in the residential sector of Colombia using system dynamics (SD). The study considers the socioeconomic strata of Colombia and calculates the grid parity and savings percentages for each stratum in different cities. The results show that BIPVS has high economic viability and CO2 emission reduction potential in the residential sector of Colombia.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Anna Carolina Peres Suzano e Silva, Rodrigo Flora Calili
Summary: Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) combines energy generation, net energy demand reduction, and aesthetics, with a new method proposed in this article to measure building energy performance using parametric models, simulations, and genetic algorithms. This approach using Rhinoceros software and plugins resulted in a more precise and time-saving process compared to regular methods, achieving a net energy demand reduction in all cases studied.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Keyu Bao, Daniela Thraen, Bastian Schroeter
Summary: An economy's shift towards climate neutrality requires a massive expansion of renewable energy production, with photovoltaic and biomass being key resources. This study presents a comprehensive assessment of the interdependency between ground-mounted PV and biomass generation, as well as the impacts on food and water availability. Scenario analysis shows that a free market approach, combined with maximizing revenue from lands, achieves high PV yields with limited biomass losses and significant crop water saving effects.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Sumin Kim, Sojung Kim, Kyunam An
Summary: Solar energy is the most popular renewable energy source globally, however, its construction can be burdensome for small countries with land shortage problems. This study aims to develop an integrated multi-modeling framework for an agrivoltaic system used for rice production.
COMPUTERS AND ELECTRONICS IN AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Maryam Mohammad Alqurashi, Entesar Ali Ganash, Reem Mohammad Altuwirqi
Summary: The use of photovoltaic systems is a great solution to high energy demand. This study simulated a low concentrated photovoltaic system using COMSOL Multiphysics software and investigated the effect of mirrors' inclination angles on system performance. The simulation results showed an increase in concentration ratio for different geographic locations.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Giovanni Barone, Aggelos Zacharopoulos, Annamaria Buonomano, Cesare Forzano, Giovanni Francesco Giuzio, Jayanta Mondol, Adolfo Palombo, Adrian Pugsley, Mervyn Smyth
Summary: This paper introduces an innovative Concentrating Photovoltaic Glazing system (CoPVG) that utilizes Total Internal Reflection to achieve a seasonal effect of increasing light entering the building in winter and higher electricity production in summer. By developing a simulation tool to study the performance of the device and implementing it in DETECt for building energy performance simulation, the potential for energy savings ranging from 30 to 60% is demonstrated.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Libo Zhang, Songge Chang, Qunwei Wang, Dequn Zhou
Summary: The aim of this study is to investigate the impact of a subsidy policy on the economic feasibility of waste module recycling and propose a reasonable subsidy scheme. The results suggest that subsidy policies are necessary to support recycling in the early stages, as the economic feasibility is low without subsidies. However, reasonable subsidy standards and exit mechanisms need to be implemented considering the changes in technology costs, recovery rates, and subsidy costs.
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Bart Vorselaars
Summary: We introduce Langevin sampling algorithms for field-theoretic simulations (FTSs) of polymers, which are significantly more efficient than previously used Brownian dynamics algorithm, smart Monte Carlo (SMC) algorithm, and simple Monte Carlo (MC) algorithm. The Leimkuhler-Matthews method and the BAOAB method show great improvement in efficiency. In addition, the FTS allows for an improved MC algorithm based on the Ornstein-Uhlenbeck process (OU MC), which outperforms SMC. The efficiency of the sampling algorithms also depends on the system size, and the Monte Carlo algorithms mentioned do not scale well with larger sizes.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Haifei Chen, Guiqiang Li, Yang Zhong, Yunjie Wang, Baorui Cai, Jie Yang, Ali Badiei, Yang Zhang
Summary: By analyzing the temperature distribution cloud image of the solar cell, it was found that the temperature distribution was uneven and there was a large temperature gradient, requiring a dual inlet model. The simulation results were consistent with the experimental results, showing that increasing inlet flow can improve system efficiency and provide better heat output.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hakan F. Oztop, A. Z. Sahin, Hakan Cosanay, I. H. Sahin
Summary: The present study analyzes the impact of using hybrid nanofluids on the performance of a novel solar PV/T system for maximizing overall efficiency. A new design was employed to transfer heat from the backside of a solar collector to water. Three-dimensional computational fluid dynamics simulation was performed using the finite volume method. The study examined the governing parameters including Reynolds number (100 <= Re <= 1500), heat flux (400 <= q <= 800), and different types of nanofluids, such as single or hybrid nanofluids. The results demonstrate a significant improvement in the PV/T system performance when using hybrid nanofluids.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Eduardo Quiles-Cucarella, Adrian Marquina-Tajuelo, Carlos Roldan-Blay, Carlos Roldan-Porta
Summary: The study proposes a reliable and cost-effective design method for stand-alone photovoltaic systems using particle swarm optimization. The method considers the variability of PV generation and domestic demand to minimize the total cost of ownership. The results demonstrate the effectiveness and efficiency of the proposed approach.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Economics
Jaime Nieto, Oscar Carpintero, Luis J. Miguel, Ignacio de Blas
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Flavio R. Arroyo M, Luis J. Miguel
Article
Energy & Fuels
Flavio R. Arroyo M, Luis J. Miguel
Article
Energy & Fuels
Flavio R. Arroyo M., Luis J. Miguel
Article
Economics
Jaime Nieto, Oscar Carpintero, Luis Fernando Lobejon, Luis Javier Miguel
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
J. Sole, R. Samso, E. Garcia-Ladona, A. Garcia-Olivares, J. Ballabrera-Poy, T. Madurell, A. Turiel, O. Osychenkoa, D. Alvarez, U. Bardi, M. Baumann, K. Buchmann, I Capellan-Perez, M. Cerny, O. Carpintero, I De Blas, C. De Castro, J-D De Lathouwer, C. Duce, L. Eggler, J. M. Enriquez, S. Falsini, K. Feng, N. Ferreras, F. Frechoso, K. Hubacek, A. Jones, R. Kaclikova, C. Kerschner, C. Kimmich, L. F. Lobejon, P. L. Lomas, G. Martelloni, M. Mediavilla, L. J. Miguel, D. Natalini, J. Nieto, A. Nikolaev, G. Parrado, S. Papagianni, I Perissi, C. Ploiner, L. Radulov, P. Rodrigo, L. Sun, M. Theofilidi
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2020)
Article
Thermodynamics
A. Nikas, A. Gambhir, E. Trutnevyte, K. Koasidis, H. Lund, J. Z. Thellufsen, D. Mayer, G. Zachmann, L. J. Miguel, N. Ferreras-Alonso, I. Sognnaes, G. P. Peters, E. Colombo, M. Howells, A. Hawkes, M. van den Broek, D. J. Van de Ven, M. Gonzalez-Eguino, A. Flamos, H. Doukas
Summary: Europe needs to enhance its capacity to achieve energy and climate goals, using energy and climate-economy models within a multi-model framework for robust scientific evidence. Transparency and coordination are key to support the ambitious goals of the EU Green Deal.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ignacio Cazcarro, Diego Garcia-Gusano, Diego Iribarren, Pedro Linares, Jose Carlos Romero, Pablo Arocena, Inaki Arto, Santacruz Banacloche, Yolanda Lechon, Luis Javier Miguel, Jorge Zafrilla, Luis-Antonio Lopez, Raquel Langarita, Maria-Angeles Cadarso
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to temporary drastic reductions in emissions, raising relevant energy questions regarding achieving the Paris Agreement goals. Recovery plans post-pandemic offer an opportunity to deepen the transition towards a low-carbon economy, improving employment, health, and equity. However, potential dangers of short-termism and carbon leakage persist, and it is essential to utilize energy-socio-economic-environmental modeling tools to assess decarbonization options and potential consequences.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Gonzalo Parrado-Hernando, Luka Herc, Antun Pfeifer, Inigo Capellan-Perez, Ilija Batas Bjelic, Neven Duic, Fernando Frechoso-Escudero, Luis Javier Miguel Gonzalez, Vladimir Z. Gjorgievski
Summary: Long-term energy planning is shifting towards finer temporal and spatial resolutions to achieve decarbonization. However, current integrated assessment models lack the ability to capture the specific dynamics of supply and demand in the transition to renewable energy sources. This article presents a method to translate an hourly-resolution energy model into a yearly-resolution model and validates it using the European Union region.
Article
Thermodynamics
Vicente Sebastian Espinoza, Javier Fontalvo, Jaime Marti-Herrero, Luis Javier Miguel, Margarita Mediavilla
Summary: The aim of this paper is to develop a system dynamics model to assess the energy future up to 2050 for Ecuador considering its condition of oil producing country. Three scenarios have been developed with different assumptions regarding national and global oil availability under a Business-As-Usual narrative. The study finds that restricted availability of oil might significantly pressure final demand, leading to a downfall in economic activity.
Article
Thermodynamics
Gonzalo Parrado-Hernando, Pfeifer Antun, Frechoso Fernando, Miguel Gonzalez Luis Javier, Duic Neven
Summary: This article reports on the Spanish national energy and climate plan, which aims to achieve a net zero-carbon economy by 2050. The article introduces the target scenario of the plan and Spain's efforts in energy transition. The research findings indicate that Spain is expected to achieve a 74% share of renewable energy by 2030 and could run on 100% renewable energy by 2050.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jaime Nieto, Pedro B. Moyano, Diego Moyano, Luis Javier Miguel
Summary: Input-output tables provide a relevant picture of economic structure and the composition of an economy. The A matrix, representing technological status, is important for evaluating long-term structural transformations. However, endogenous structural change is rarely considered in models. This paper analyzes the role of energy intensity in driving structural change and suggests that it should be taken into consideration when analyzing endogenous structural change in models.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL ECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Ignacio de-Blas, Luis-Javier Miguel, Carlos de-Castro
Summary: This article discusses the climate change caused by human activities, the application of integrated assessment models in climate policy decisions, and analyzes the limitations of current IAMs.
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Gonzalo Parrado-Hernando, Luis-Javier Miguel-Gonzalez, Fernando Frechoso-Escudero
Summary: The development of renewable energies is key in driving the energy transition, but their variability poses challenges. Detailed statistical analysis is needed to find the optimal solution for each country. This article analyzes the unique situation in Spain, discussing different energy development scenarios and challenges faced by power system operators.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Inigo Capellan-Perez, Ignacio de Blas, Jaime Nieto, Carlos de Castro, Luis Javier Miguel, Oscar Carpintero, Margarita Mediavilla, Luis Fernando Lobejon, Noelia Ferreras-Alonso, Paula Rodrigo, Fernando Frechoso, David Alvarez-Antelo
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Economics
Marie-Louise Arlt, David Chassin, Claudio Rivetta, James Sweeney
Summary: This paper examines the impact of real-time pricing and load automation on residential distribution systems. The study finds that implementing real-time pricing can result in an aggregate welfare gain of 39 USD per customer and year. However, it also notes that RTP and load automation may significantly increase peak system load. Introducing a market-based demand management system can further enhance welfare gains and reduce grid investment.
Article
Economics
Javier Jorquera-Copier, Alvaro Lorca, Enzo Sauma, Stefan Lorenczik, Matias Negrete-Pincetic
Summary: As countries update their climate ambitions, low-carbon hydrogen production and use present opportunities for emissions reductions and economic development. A case study for Chile shows that integrating hydrogen and electricity networks can lower system costs and enhance renewable integration, but policy support is needed to address concerns related to water and land use.
Article
Economics
Dawit Guta, Hisham Zerriffi, Jill Baumgartner, Abhishek Jain, Sunil Mani, Darby Jack, Ellison Carter, Guofeng Shen, Jennifer Orgill-Meyer, Joshua Rosenthal, Katherine Dickinson, Rob Bailis, Yuta Masuda
Summary: Household solid fuel use is detrimental to health and the environment. The Indian government's PMUY subsidy has successfully promoted the adoption of LPG by millions of households. However, there is limited understanding of the decision-making process to reduce solid fuel use after transitioning to cleaner fuels. This study found that factors such as household wealth, social status, education level, and the prevalence of LPG use in the village are positively associated with LPG consumption and the discontinuation of solid fuel use. On the other hand, factors such as distance to LPG refill delivery, household size, and the PMUY subsidy are negatively associated with the share of LPG use.
Article
Economics
Nicolas Morell-Dameto, Jose Pablo Chaves-Avila, Tomas Gomez San Roman, Pablo Duenas-Martinez, Tim Schittekatte
Summary: This paper assesses the performance of differently implemented forward-looking network tariff designs and proposes an innovative coordination mechanism to increase predictability in a future with many flexible customers. The study reveals that if large shares of customers synchronize their responses to highly time-varying and locational-specific network charges, it can lead to unexpected reinforcements.
Article
Economics
Alexandra Gritz, Guntram Wolff
Summary: Russia's weaponization of gas supplies shook the energy security of Central and Eastern Europe in 2022. The region responded by increasing alternative energy supplies and developing new gas supply routes. Renewable energy, nuclear energy, and hydrogen play important roles in the long-term. Mitigating the impact of this shock requires the EU to prioritize the integrity of its energy market.
Article
Economics
Jaroslaw Kantorowicz, Marion Collewet, Matthew DiGiuseppe, Hendrik Vrijburg
Summary: Economic costs are a major political obstacle to investing in climate change mitigation and adaptation measures. The method of financing plays a crucial role in determining public opposition to government green investments, with debt financing being less opposed than broad-based taxes. This study suggests that credit market tools, such as green bonds and debt for climate swaps, can be politically efficient in increasing support for green financing. Carbon taxes and wealth taxes are found to be the most preferred options.
Article
Economics
Kun Guo, Liyuan Luan, Xiaoli Cai, Dayong Zhang, Qiang Ji
Summary: This paper investigates China's energy trade stability using a survival analysis approach. It finds that the energy trade linkages between China and 153 other countries are complex and unstable, with short periods of trade with many countries. Geopolitically risky regions, such as the Middle East and Africa, have the lowest trade stability. Climate risks have significant effects on energy trade stability. The paper proposes several policy options to improve energy trade stability in China, with special attention to increasing global climate risks.
Article
Economics
Simona Bigerna, Piyush Choudhary, Nikunj Kumar Jain, Silvia Micheli, Paolo Polinori
Summary: This study estimates the willingness to pay of Indian urban consumers for a continuous supply of electricity using contingent valuation method. The findings show that the amount consumers are willing to pay depends on the duration of power outages, with households preferring shorter outages. Income and environmental attitude also positively influence higher willingness to pay. These insights can inform policymakers in designing more reliable and customer-centric energy generation and distribution models.
Article
Economics
Temilade Sesan, Unico Uduka, Lucy Baker, Okechukwu Ugwu, Ewah Eleri, Subhes Bhattacharyya
Summary: This study examines the impact of the regulatory framework on rural electrification and universal energy access goals in Nigeria's mini-grid sector. The findings suggest that while the current framework has fostered sector growth, additional measures are necessary to ensure equitable distribution of access among rural populations.
Article
Economics
Rui Shan, Noah Kittner
Summary: Energy storage is a cornerstone in decarbonization planning as it reduces operational costs and greenhouse gas emissions, while enhancing resilience and renewables integration. However, storage developers in different regions have varying economic and environmental considerations, thereby requiring policy intervention to achieve long-term emission reductions.
Article
Economics
Tung Durmaz, Sevil Acar, Simay Kizilkaya
Summary: This study investigates the phenomenon of strategic capacity withholding in the Turkish electricity market and its relationship with the capacity remuneration mechanism. The empirical results provide strong evidence of strategic capacity withholding and show that the capacity mechanism contributes to the duration of failures. The study offers important insights for policymakers, including the implementation of a random verification mechanism and restructuring of the capacity mechanism in Turkey.
Article
Economics
Tii N. Nchofoung
Summary: The study finds that oil price shocks have a negative impact on Africa's energy transition, particularly in rural areas and net crude oil exporting countries. However, oil price shocks cannot explain the urban-rural differences in clean energy access. Therefore, increasing investment in clean energy and technologies in rural areas is necessary to enhance the resilience of the energy sector to oil price shocks.
Article
Economics
Najia Saqib, Muhammad Usman, Ilhan Ozturk, Arshian Sharif
Summary: This study examines the impact of environmental technologies, financial growth, and energy use on ecological footprint and green growth. Environmental innovation and renewable energy deployment contribute to green growth, while financial expansion and non-renewable energy use have negative effects on the environment. The study also identifies causal relationships between different factors.
Article
Economics
Yessica C. Y. Chung, Noxolo Kunene, Hung-Hao Chang
Summary: The Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) is considered an innovative technology for building a green society. This study investigates the impact of REC purchases on stock return and volume in Taiwan between 2017 and 2021. The findings suggest that REC purchases have a positive effect on stock returns of manufacturing firms but not service firms. The frequency of REC purchases is also an important factor in the relationship between REC purchase and firm value. Additionally, the study reveals that public attention to environmental pollution plays a crucial role in positive stock returns and volume, while ESG disclosure is negatively associated with returns and volume.
Article
Economics
Seife Ayele, Wei Shen, Yacob Mulugetta, Tadesse Kuma Worako
Summary: This paper addresses the challenges of governing energy procurement from a mix of non-hydropower renewable energy sources supplied by independent producers. Building on political economy analysis and five case studies of independent producer projects from Ethiopia, it seeks to understand the root causes of the protracted delays and limited extent of procurement by independent producers. The key contestations lie in managing long term contracts, risk, uncertainty and in developing the institutional and human capacity to transition.
