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A review of bifacial solar photovoltaic applications

Frontiers in Energy Pages 704-726 doi: 10.1007/s11708-023-0903-7

Abstract: Bifacial photovoltaics (BPVs) are a promising alternative to conventional monofacial photovoltaics given

Keywords： bifacial photovoltaics (BPVs) bifacial photovoltaics applications review solar

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Cluster voltage control method for “Whole County” distributed photovoltaics based on improved differential

Frontiers in Energy Pages 782-795 doi: 10.1007/s11708-023-0905-8

Abstract: China is vigorously promoting the “whole county promotion” of distributed photovoltaics (DPVs).

Keywords： distributed photovoltaics (DPVs) cluster partitioning improved differential evolution algorithm voltagecontrol consumption capacity of distributed photovoltaics

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Advances in Cost-Efficient Thin-Film Photovoltaics Based on Cu(In,Ga)Se₂

Michael Powalla, Stefan Paetel, Dimitrios Hariskos, Roland Wuerz, Friedrich Kessler, Peter Lechner, Wiltraud Wischmann, Theresa Magorian Friedlmeier

Engineering 2017, Volume 3, Issue 4, Pages 445-451 doi: 10.1016/J.ENG.2017.04.015

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In this article, we discuss the leading thin-film photovoltaic (PV) technology based on the Cu(In,Ga)Se₂ (CIGS) compound semiconductor. This contribution includes a general comparison with the conventional Si-wafer-based PV technology and discusses the basics of the CIGS technology as well as advances in world-record-level conversion efficiency, production, applications, stability, and future developments with respect to a flexible product. Once in large-scale mass production, the CIGS technology has the highest potential of all PV technologies for cost-efficient clean energy generation.

Keywords： Thin-film photovoltaics Solar energy Flexible Cu(InGa)Se₂

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Speed-up development of PV to ensure sustainable energy supply in China

Wang Sicheng

Strategic Study of CAE 2011, Volume 13, Issue 9, Pages 51-62

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PV is never limited by resources and production materials and is the main alternative energy sources in the future. China is now the largest producer of PV modules in the world and has made remarkable cost reduction in recent years.It is expected that PV will reach "grid-parity" within 5~10 years and become market competitive with conventional electricity.Large scale utilization of PV domestically will give great help to realize the target of GHG reduction and energy sustainable development in China.We still need great efforts in incentive policies, financing and grid-connection.

Keywords： solar photovoltaics grid-parity

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Effects of design parameters on rooftop photovoltaic economics in the urban environment: a case study in Melbourne, Australia

Hongying ZHAO, Rebecca YANG, Chaohong WANG, W. M. Pabasara U. WIJERATNE, Chengyang LIU, Xiaolong XUE, Nishara ABDEEN

Frontiers of Engineering Management 2019, Volume 6, Issue 3, Pages 351-367 doi: 10.1007/s42524-019-0023-6

Abstract: Many researchers found high potential of adopting building photovoltaic (PV) systems in urban areas, especially on building rooftop, to improve the sustainability of urban environment. However, the optimal energy output performance and economic benefit of the PV system are affected by the usable roof area, PV array layout, and shading effect considering high city density. This study aims to understand the effects of these design parameters in the urban environment of rooftop PV’s economic performance. This study carries out a case study in the urban area of Melbourne with 90 PV designs under three shading conditions to generate 270 scenarios. Through a lifecycle cost-benefit analysis, including net present value (NPV), NPV per kW, internal return rate (IRR), and payback year, the results can help in developing a comprehensive understanding of the economic performance of rooftop PV designs that cover most of the urban areas of Melbourne. The optimal PV design scenarios for the urban environment are identified, thereby providing investors and industry professionals with useful information on value-for-money PV design. Meanwhile, the maximum shading loss that makes the PV systems financially unfeasible is investigated, and design scenarios with greatest ability to sustain the shading effect are identified. This research can also support the policy makers’ decision on the development and deployment of the roof PV systems in urban planning.

Keywords： building photovoltaics tilt and azimuth orientation shading analysis economic analysis