Freshwater Production Towards Microgrid Integration: Physics, Progress, and Prospects of Solar-Thermal Evaporation

Hasan, Md Mahmudul; Agili, Boker; Zaman, Ishtiaque; He, Miao; Giesselmann, M.

doi:10.1016/j.cles.2022.100037

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“…Adapting to evolving regional conditions, EC has shown potential for synergy with various SE technologies. The existing literature showcases several ways in which EC integrates with SE, including cooling on PV/thermal solar panels [31][32][33], solar sorption cooling systems [34,35], and solar thermal cooling (STC) [36]. Many STC systems incorporate EC as an indispensable component, while there is also ongoing research on using solar power generation to support EC systems, primarily for the air supply and water circulation systems.…”

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A Comprehensive Review of the Applications of Hybrid Evaporative Cooling and Solar Energy Source Systems

Xue,

Wan,

Huang

et al. 2023

Sustainability

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Recent advancements in single-stage evaporative cooling (EC) have showcased their effectiveness as an energy-efficient and sustainable air-conditioning (AC) solution. However, several challenges hinder the widespread adoption of EC in various applications. These challenges include climate sensitivity, substantial spatial requirements, and limitations in achieving desired output temperatures. To address these concerns, there has been a growing focus on integrating EC with solar energy (SE) systems. With traditional energy resources being depleted, the use of SE has gained prominence as a sustainable solution to meet future energy demands while mitigating environmental pollution. This paper presents a comprehensive review of hybrid EC–SE systems, aiming to elucidate the potential synergies, benefits, and challenges associated with this integration. The review explores the principles and mathematical approaches of various configurations of EC systems to assess their compatibility with SE sources. Furthermore, the review delves into the mathematical model of SE, encompassing both solar power generation and thermal collectors, with the aim of integrating it into the EC model. It delves into key aspects of energy consumption and performance, showcasing advancements in achieving higher efficiency and enhanced cooling capacity through the hybrid systems. Additionally, the review highlights research gaps in the existing literature, emphasizing the need for further exploration in this interdisciplinary field. In conclusion, this paper offers valuable insights into the potential of EC–SE systems to address energy and cooling requirements while promoting sustainable development.

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