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Recent advances in design, manufacturing and development techniques have been very relevant to making solar collectors feasible for production in a variety of applications. In the field of concentrated solar thermal technologies, several techniques h...

This study aimed to evaluate the thermal performance and operational behavior of an evacuated-tube solar collector field installed in a coastal hotel under real industrial conditions. The work analyzed temperature, irradiance, and mass-flow data to d...

CPVG (Utility-scale photovoltaic generation) is expanding rapidly worldwide, yet its cumulative ecological effects remain insufficiently quantified. This review synthesizes current evidence to clarify how CPVG influences ecosystems through linked mec...

Smart microgrids are localized energy systems that integrate distributed energy resources, such as photovoltaics (PVs) and battery storage, to optimize energy use, enhance reliability, and minimize environmental impacts. This paper investigates the o...

Uncovering the interdependencies among barrier factors and pinpointing the most critical obstacles are essential to overcoming the resistance encountered by photovoltaic (PV) integration into electricity markets. This study first employs grounded the...

The increasing integration of solar energy into the power grid necessitates robust fault detection and diagnosis (FDD) guidelines to ensure energy continuity and optimize the performance of grid-connected photovoltaic (GCPV) systems. This research ad...

In Mediterranean cities, high solar radiation combined with limited shading and vegetation intensifies the urban heat island (UHI) phenomenon. As the road network often covers a large portion of the cities’ surfaces and is mostly constructed us...

Bypass diode failure, particularly in the short-circuit mode, remains an under-addressed reliability issue in photovoltaic (PV) modules, causing severe power suppression and often leading to premature disposal of otherwise functional units. This stud...

While there is currently a significant opportunity for the construction of photovoltaic solar farms in the Southeastern United States, there is also a need for proper spatial planning that has not been adequately addressed by the existing literature....

The deployment of solar and other renewable energy technologies (RETs) plays a central role in the global energy transition and the pursuit of sustainable development. Beyond reducing greenhouse gas emissions, these technologies generate far-reaching...

This study investigates the fire behaviour of building-integrated photovoltaic (PV) claddings, focusing on the progression from glass failure to ignition under different cavity conditions. Experimental tests were conducted on two common PV cladding t...

In response to the pressing climate change emergency, the rapid expansion of renewable energies, particularly photovoltaic (PV) power in Spain, is reconfiguring national energy landscapes, thereby necessitating detailed spatial analysis. This study a...

As the penetration of distributed energy resources (DERs) continues to increase, there is conjecture concerning the power quality implications of the inverters used to interface these DERs with low-voltage (LV) electricity supply networks. As a power...

Floating photovoltaic systems represent a promising solution for renewable energy generation, offering an alternative to agricultural land consumption. However, these installations have the potential to exert an effect on the aquatic ecosystem, empha...

Efficient utilization of solar energy in equatorial regions depends on accurately determining the optimal tilt and azimuth angles of fixed photovoltaic (PV) systems. This study presents a three-dimensional vector-based methodology that employs Direct...

Accurate day-ahead solar forecasting is essential for grid stability and energy planning. This study introduces a specialized forecasting framework that enhances accuracy by training models on specific day-to-day sky condition transitions. The framew...

This study evaluates the thermal performance of a prototype vacuum-tube solar cooker adapted to the climatic conditions of the Amazon region, Peru. Four grain types (Zea mays L., Triticum aestivum, Zea mays var. morochon, and Hordeum vulgare) were te...

This study investigates the efficacy of large language models (LLMs) in supporting responsible and optimized geographic site selection for large-scale solar energy farms. Using Microsoft Bing (predecessor to Copilot), Google Bard (predecessor to Gemi...

Solar panel deployment is vital to generate clean energy and reduce carbon emissions, but sustaining energy output requires regular monitoring and maintenance. This is particularly critical in countries with harsh environmental conditions, such as Qa...

Cr content χ of 0.4 at% for a Cr doped Nd (1 at%): YAG laser rod (LR) gave a higher laser output (I_output) than that of 0.0, 0.7, and 1.0 at% in a specially designed compact solar-pumped laser (SPL) outdoors. I_outputs were measured as a function...

Nowadays, bifacial photovoltaic (PV) technology has emerged as a key solution to enhance the energy yield of large-scale PV plants, especially when integrated with sun-tracking systems. This study investigates the quantification of bifaciality produc...

The accurate forecasting of solar power generation is becoming increasingly important in the context of renewable energy integration and intelligent energy management. The variability of solar radiation, caused by changing meteorological conditions a...

The polder in this case study addresses several environmental issues, risk management concerns related to localities served by existing non-permanent dams, energy requirements that can meet a locality’s needs during the renewable energy transit...

The term SHIP (solar heat for industrial processes) or SHIPs (solar heat for industrial plants) refers to the use of collected solar radiation for meeting industrial heat demands, rather than for electricity generation. The global thermal capacity of...

The optimal utilization of UAV-integrated photovoltaic (PV) systems demands accurate modeling that accounts for dynamic flight conditions. This paper introduces a novel computational intelligence-based framework that models the behavior of a moving P...

Photovoltaic energy has become a key pillar in the transition to sustainable energy systems, driven by the need for efficient energy conversion and the reduction of dependency on fossil fuels. Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) is central to optimiz...

Bifacial photovoltaic (PV) modules have the advantage of using light reflected off of the ground to contribute to power production. Predicting the energy gain is challenging and requires complex models to do so accurately. Often, module degradation o...

Domestic water heaters traditionally use natural gas or electric resistance to heat stored water. A gas water heater relies on a non-renewable resource, while an electric water heater might rely on electricity generated by a non-renewable resource. T...

The study investigates a hybrid energy system integrating photovoltaic (PV) panels, micro-CHP units, battery storage, and thermal storage to meet the winter energy demands of a residential building in Bacău, Romania. Using real-world experimenta...

The expansion of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy is a central pillar of Italy’s climate and energy transition strategy. However, the actual availability of land for PV deployment is heavily influenced by a complex regulatory framework that impos...

The Union of the Comoros, located in the Indian Ocean, faces persistent energy challenges due to its geographic isolation, heavy dependence on imported fossil fuels, and underdeveloped electricity infrastructure. This study investigates the techno-ec...

In many developing African countries, milk safety is often managed through traditional methods such as fermentation or boiling over firewood. While these approaches reduce some microbial risks, they present critical limitations. Firewood dependency c...

Solar cells based on the hybrid perovskite absorbers had shown very high growth of their conversion efficiency almost reaching to the Shockley–Queisser limit during last decade. However, low stability prevents to widely use them in industry and...

Sources of renewable energy have attracted considerable attention. Their expanded use will have a substantial impact on both the cost of energy production and climate change. Solar energy is one efficient and safe option; however, solar energy harves...

Direct electrification and hydrogen utilization represent two key pathways for decarbonizing the glass industry, with their effectiveness subject to adequate furnace design and renewable energy availability. This study presents a techno-economic asse...

This study investigates strategies for urban-scale renewable energy integration through a photovoltaic-centric approach, with a case study of a district in Barcelona. The methodology integrates spatial and morphological data using a geographic inform...

This study investigates the failure behavior of aluminum solar panel mounting structures subjected to uplift pressure, with particular focus on conditions not typically considered in conventional design, specifically, foundation defects. To clarify c...

Italy strives to meet its renewable energy targets for 2030 and 2050, with photovoltaic (PV) technology playing a central role. However, the push for increased solar adoption, spurred by past incentive schemes such as “Conto Energia” and...

The University of the Balearic Islands is undertaking a significant energy transition toward a zero-emissions model, motivated by escalating energy costs and strong institutional commitments to climate neutrality. This study investigates the technica...

The characteristics and types of the sky can greatly influence photovoltaic (PV) power generation, potentially leading to a reduction in both the lifespan and efficiency of the entire system. Driven by the challenge of addressing fluctuations in sola...

In the purpose of enhancing solar cell efficiency and sustainability, zinc selenide (ZnSe) and silicon (Si) play indispensable roles, offering a compelling combination of stability and transparency while also highlighting their abundant availability....

The transition to renewable energy is critical to enhance Puerto Rico’s energy resilience and reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels. Rooftop photovoltaic (PV) systems provide a scalable opportunity to meet these objectives. This study eval...

Steam is widely used in industry as a heat carrier for thermal processes and is primarily generated by gas-fired steam boilers. The decarbonization of industrial thermal demand relies on the capability of clean and renewable technologies to provide s...

This study presents a machine learning-based photovoltaic (PV) model for energy management and planning in a microgrid with a battery system. Microgrids integrating PV face challenges such as solar irradiance variability, temperature fluctuations, an...

Decentralized solar water disinfection systems (DSODIS) in continuous flow systems are alternatives for large-scale improved water access in rural contexts. However, DSODIS in rural Ghana are limited. An exploratory sequential mixed-methods design wa...

Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels are the best solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by fossil fuel combustion, with global capability now exceeding 714 GW due to rapid technological advances in solar panels (SPs). However, SPs’ efficiency a...

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As photovoltaics’ (PVs) capacity will probably rapidly expand to tens of terawatts globally, the diversification of the PV technology portfolio becomes essential. Perovskite technology proffers promise for expanding solar energy market segments...

Following publication, the Editorial Office became aware that the original article [...]

Following publication, the Editorial Office became aware that the original article [...]