Solar photovoltaic power generation for civil buildings

What are building-integrated photovoltaics (bipvs)?

Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPVs) and building-applied photovoltaics (BAPVs) have emerged as revolutionary developments in pursuing sustainable energy solutions. These ideas surpass the limitations of conventional solar panel applications, integrating solar technology seamlessly into architectural designs and structures.

Are building-integrated solar PV systems a good investment?

The current outlook for building-integrated solar PV systems has been studied, and it has been found that BIPV systems have gained attention in recent years as a way to restore the thermal comfort of the building and generate energy [ 47 ].

How to achieve optimized building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) in Shenzhen?

To achieve optimized Building-integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) in Shenzhen, a case study building is utilized to identify the most suitable PV materials with optimized power generation efficiency, considering solar energy availability and geographical location.

Can photovoltaic and solar thermal technologies be used in building applications?

The remaining sections of this article present methods to ensure the reliability and enhance the performance of photovoltaic and solar thermal technologies in the field of architecture through testing optimization and finding cost-effective solutions, demonstrating the huge potential of solar energy in building applications.

What are bifacial photovoltaic (PV) modules?

The solar energy industry is constantly evolving, and one of the latest innovations being adopted is the use of bifacial photovoltaic (PV) modules, which are now considered to be one of the standard technologies for ground-mounted applications [ 11 ].

Do solar PV systems contribute to building sustainability?

Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems contribute to buildings’ sustainability by reducing the need for electricity from the grid. However, the diffusion of PV systems installed in the built environment (BEPV) in Sweden has historically been slow ( Lindahl et al., 2021) and has therefore been subject to research.