Building Integrated Photovoltaics—The Journey So Far and Future
1. Introduction
2. Need for Special Issue in BIPV
- This Special Issue provides a leveraged research premise for academics, researchers and industry experts within the BIPV space to exhibit recent works and areas of study. A Special Issue can be a fulfilling “podium of relevance”, as a specific topical issue of relevance is given all the attention to highlight the nitty gritty. It offers a rewarding and exceptionally gratifying experience for all contributors as they receive the opportunity to pay their quota to the advancement of the knowledge in BIPVs. The same can be said for editors involved in promoting the Special Issue. In a discussion with one of the guest editors of this Special Issue, he emphasised that; “this special issue was particularly curated with the idea of promoting knowledge and literature in BIPVs. It could encourage other research works in the field, while setting as a good direction for the market, manufacturers and technicians. He also emphasised that, this special issue will give the due recognition to various contributors in the field. He counted it as a privilege to be part of the editors of this special issue”.
- This Special Issue provides the grounds to network among researchers within the BIPV ambit. The ability to network is highly relevant, especially in research. Engaging and building solid relationships and networks with other researchers could secure future collaborations. It is easy to identify experts and other researchers within the BIPV space; hence, using this Special Issue is an excellent way to collaborate and build a healthy professional network.
- This Special Issue is hotspot for advancing research in this field of expertise. Having a say in the field of BIPV within this Special Issue provides verifiable evidence for future grant applications. Topical discussions in BIPV shared in this Special Issue could potentially attract funding from various sources. This is an easy way to locate key researchers in the field, thereby enhancing ones prospects and future collaborations. The conversations and topical discussions raised have also attract readers from diverse fields.
- This Special Issue particularly propels the discussion around BIPVs. BIPV is a relatively modern addition within the solar application space; hence, “hype” is an added advantage. This Special Issue provides a platform to boastfully promote BIPVs in all areas.
- This Special Issue provides easy reference and accessibility to readers within the field. The ability to easily access information and research papers is as important as being published; this is why researchers take keen interest in the impact factor and overall status of a journal. This journal has a high impact factor; hence, articles published in this Special Issue have the potential to reach a larger audience.
3. Summary of Publications
4. Conclusions
Author Contributions
Funding
Conflicts of Interest
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Awuku, S.A.; Muhammad-Sukki, F.; Sellami, N. Building Integrated Photovoltaics—The Journey So Far and Future. Energies 2022, 15, 1802. https://doi.org/10.3390/en15051802
Awuku SA, Muhammad-Sukki F, Sellami N. Building Integrated Photovoltaics—The Journey So Far and Future. Energies. 2022; 15(5):1802. https://doi.org/10.3390/en15051802
Chicago/Turabian StyleAwuku, Samuel Amo, Firdaus Muhammad-Sukki, and Nazmi Sellami. 2022. "Building Integrated Photovoltaics—The Journey So Far and Future" Energies 15, no. 5: 1802. https://doi.org/10.3390/en15051802