Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) in Historical Buildings: Opportunities and Constraints

Rosa, Flavio

doi:10.3390/en13143628

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“…In certain projects, high demands, primarily of aesthetic nature, can be placed on PV integration design solutions. However, the latest generation PV components open various and interesting design perspectives, offering sophisticated solutions in the domain of new and existing, and even historic, buildings [114]. Some of these technologies, including colored Kromatix modules, are available in the local market.…”

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A Holistic Strategy for Successful Photovoltaic (PV) Implementation into Singapore’s Built Environment

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Based on the findings from a recent study by the authors which examined factors affecting diffusion of photovoltaics (PV), while comprehensively considering the local PV and construction industry as well as characteristics of the built environment, this paper proposes a holistic strategy for PV implementation into Singapore’s built environment. It consists of (1) a multilevel mechanism framework, encompassing eleven mechanism categories of instruments and activities and (2) a general design framework including design principles, general project instructions and the main design guidelines. Relying on a survey conducted among PV experts on established mechanisms, the present study suggests that building codes (e.g., fire safety, structural safety, etc.) and initiatives and incentives related to PV/building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) should be the highest priority for authorities, followed by assessment of BIPV/PV properties, working toward social acceptance, conducting research projects and information exchange, and education and training activities. Considering all three pillars of sustainability, the design framework is based on the following interrelated design principles: (1) compatibility and coherence with the local context, (2) technical soundness, (3) economic viability, (4) user-centered design, (5) connecting with community and socio-cultural context, and (6) adaptability and flexibility. Despite Singapore’s scarcity of land, the established design guidelines cover a wide spectrum of solutions, including PV integration into both buildings and non-building structures. The synthesis of the two interconnected and inseparable frameworks aims to create an environment conducive to long-term widespread PV integration and stimulate the deployment of BIPV, which should help Singapore and other cities reduce their dependency on imported fossil fuels, while also making them more livable and enjoyable.

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Section: The Main Design Guidelines For Pv Integration Into Singapore's Built Environment 431 Integration Of Pv Into Buildingsmentioning

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A Holistic Strategy for Successful Photovoltaic (PV) Implementation into Singapore’s Built Environment

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“…Furthermore, countries such as Australia and Canada until recently (and perhaps still) had challenges and issues with how the building codes should be applied for different BIPV technologies and materials [61]. Architectural and building standards and regulations for protected historical buildings are also a hindrance when integrating PV systems, which calls for innovative and creative solutions for BIPV systems [62]. In Europe, BIPV technologies have not yet been independently classed under any standard, regulation, or set of guidelines that could serve as a harmonised European framework for widespread use [63].…”

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The Contribution of Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) to the Concept of Nearly Zero-Energy Cities in Europe: Potential and Challenges Ahead

2021

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The main purpose of this paper is to investigate the contributions of building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) systems to the notion of nearly zero-energy cities in the capitals of the European Union member states (EU), Norway, and Switzerland. Moreover, an in-depth investigation of the barriers and challenges ahead of the widespread rollout of BIPV technology is undertaken. This study investigates the scalability of the nearly zero-energy concept using BIPV technology in moving from individual buildings to entire cities. This study provide a metric for architects and urban planners that can be used to assess how much of the energy consumed by buildings in Europe could be supplied by BIPV systems when installed as building envelope materials on the outer skins of buildings. The results illustrate that by 2030, when buildings in the EU become more energy-efficient and the efficiency of BIPV systems will have improved considerably, BIPV envelope materials will be a reasonable option for building skins and will help in achieving nearly zero-energy cities. This study reveals that in the EU, taking a building skin to building net surface area ratio of 0.78 and a building skin glazing ratio of 30%, buildings could cover their electricity consumption using BIPV systems by 2030. Eighteen challenges and barriers to the extensive rollout of BIPV systems are recognised, classified, and discussed in this study in detail. The challenges are categorised into five stages, namely the decision, design, implementation, operation and maintenance, and end of life challenges.

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“…Rosa in [5] investigated the solar energy technologies integrable in historical buildings to increase renewable energy integration by complying with architectural constraints. In [6], Battisti investigates the thermal comfort in open spaces around existing buildings in Rome and the possible improvement thanks to cool materials, greenery and permeable green surfaces.…”

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Procedures and Methodologies for the Control and Improvement of Energy-Environmental Quality in Construction

Nastasi

Mancini

2021

Energies

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Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) in Historical Buildings: Opportunities and Constraints

Cited by 37 publications

References 80 publications

A Holistic Strategy for Successful Photovoltaic (PV) Implementation into Singapore’s Built Environment

A Holistic Strategy for Successful Photovoltaic (PV) Implementation into Singapore’s Built Environment

The Contribution of Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) to the Concept of Nearly Zero-Energy Cities in Europe: Potential and Challenges Ahead

Procedures and Methodologies for the Control and Improvement of Energy-Environmental Quality in Construction

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