Building PV integration according to regional climate conditions: BIPV regional adaptability extending Köppen-Geiger climate classification against urban and climate …

N Skandalos, M Wang, V Kapsalis, D D'Agostino… - … and Sustainable Energy …, 2022 - Elsevier
Despite the technical maturity and substantial potential cost reduction of BIPV technologies,
there are still challenges to overcome for the expansion of BIPV applications and their wider …

[HTML][HTML] Accurate modelling of the bifacial gain potential of rooftop solar photovoltaic systems

M Ernst, X Liu, CA Asselineau, D Chen… - Energy Conversion and …, 2024 - Elsevier
Bifacial solar modules have emerged as a promising technology in utility-scale photovoltaic
systems, experiencing significant growth and capturing a substantial market share …

A method for evaluating both shading and power generation effects of rooftop solar PV panels for different climate zones of China

D Wang, T Qi, Y Liu, Y Wang, J Fan, Y Wang, H Du - Solar Energy, 2020 - Elsevier
The photovoltaic (PV) roofs have two main energy-saving effects, which are shading and
power supply. Considering the shading and power generation gain jointly, a roof is changed …

[HTML][HTML] Optimizing photovoltaic electric generation and roof insulation in existing residential buildings

D D'Agostino, D Parker, P Melià, G Dotelli - Energy and Buildings, 2022 - Elsevier
Refurbishing existing buildings to reduce energy use is a priority worldwide to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions. Millions of buildings around the globe have old roofs that are …

Assessment of net energy contribution to buildings by rooftop photovoltaic systems in hot-humid climates

AHA Dehwah, M Asif - Renewable energy, 2019 - Elsevier
The study aims to investigate the overall impact of rooftop photovoltaic (PV) systems on the
energy performance of residential buildings in hot-humid climates. The study area spans …

Greenspace, bluespace, and their interactive influence on urban thermal environments

L Hu, Q Li - Environmental Research Letters, 2020 - iopscience.iop.org
Urban land use land cover (LULC) change raises ambient temperature and modifies
atmospheric moisture, which increases heat-related health risks in cities. Greenspace and …

Solar photovoltaics deployment impact on urban temperature: review and assessment recommendations

Y He, DJC Hii, NH Wong - Building and Environment, 2024 - Elsevier
Climate change necessitates widespread adoption of renewable energy for carbon
neutrality. Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels are among the most viable options, particularly in …

Techno-economic assessment of application of solar PV in building sector: A case study from Saudi Arabia

M Asif, MA Hassanain, KM Nahiduzzaman… - Smart and sustainable …, 2019 - emerald.com
Purpose The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is facing a rapid growth in energy demand
mainly because of factors like burgeoning population, economic growth, modernization and …

On the effect of roof added photovoltaics on building's energy demand

V Kapsalis, D Karamanis - Energy and Buildings, 2015 - Elsevier
The effect of a building added PV array on building's energy demand is analyzed during
different seasons. A methodology based on in house and modified components of TRNSYS …

Synergy between photovoltaic panels and green roofs

F Alonso-Marroquin, G Qadir - Energies, 2023 - mdpi.com
To reduce the impact of climate change in the form of low-carbon developments, innovations
in sustainable building strategies are imperative. In this regard, the performance of a double …