Cooling Pvt Systems in Arid Regions: An Innovative Method

Authors: Kritika, Himanshu Giroh

Country: India

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Abstract: Increasing temperatures have a significant effect on the performance of PVT. As temperatures increases, PVT systems become less efficient and have a reduced operational lifespan. Therefore, developing an effective cooling system to reduce PVT exposure to high temperatures could improve overall performance. With rising reports of drought and water shortages, it is crucial to conserve and use water more efficiently. This study aims to minimize the water needed for PVT cooling, especially in arid regions of India. A key issue for developers and users is the decrease in PVT output as temperatures increase during operation. This study evaluates the effects of PVT with no cooling versus cooling with moist wood wool cooling. The method uses damp wood wool on the back of the PVT to lower the module's temperature by allowing a thin layer of water to evaporate. The experimental results showed that the overall efficiency with moist wood wool cooling increased to 13.98 % whereas it was 13.39% in case of without cooling of PVT. Adding moist wood wool is highly effective, cost-efficient, renewable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly.

Keywords: Wood Wool, Cooling, Photovoltaic, Evaporative cooling

Paper Id: 231223

Published On: 2024-06-04

Published In: Volume 12, Issue 3, May-June 2024

Cite This: Cooling Pvt Systems in Arid Regions: An Innovative Method - Kritika, Himanshu Giroh - IJIRMPS Volume 12, Issue 3, May-June 2024.

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