Inventions, innovations, and new technologies: Solar Desalination

Wijewardane, Samantha; Ghaffour, Noreddine

doi:10.1016/j.solcom.2023.100037

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“…Wijewardane et al [75] reviewed advancements in solar desalination technology, focusing on inventions, innovations, and their potential for commercialization to address clean water scarcity. With an estimated two-thirds of the global population being impacted by water scarcity by 2025, solar desalination offers a sustainable approach to tackle this challenge.…”

Section: Energy-efficient Solar Desalination Technologiesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Advancements in Solar Panel Technology in Civil Engineering for Revolutionizing Renewable Energy Solutions—A Review

Vijayan,

Koda,

Sivasuriyan

et al. 2023

Energies

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Globally, solar energy has become a major contributor to the rapid adoption of renewable energy. Significant energy savings have resulted from the widespread utilization of solar energy in the industrial, residential, and commercial divisions. This review article comprises research conducted over the past 15 years (2008–2023), utilizing a comprehensive collection of 163 references. Significantly, a considerable focus is directed towards the period from 2020 to 2023, encompassing an extensive investigation into the latest developments in solar panel technology in civil engineering. The article examines the incorporation of solar panels into building designs and addresses installation-related structural considerations. In addition, the present review examines the applications of solar panels in terms of innovative infrastructure development applications of solar panels, such as photovoltaic parking lot canopies and photovoltaic noise barriers, which contribute to improved energy efficiency. It also emphasizes their role in water management systems, including water treatment plants, water pumping and irrigation systems, energy-efficient solar desalination technologies, and promoting sustainable water practices. In addition, this study examines how solar panels have been incorporated into urban planning, including smart cities and public parks, thereby transforming urban landscapes into greener alternatives. This study also examined the use of solar panels in building materials, such as façade systems and solar-powered building envelope solutions, demonstrating their versatility in the construction industry. This review explores the diverse applications of solar energy, which promotes sustainable practices in various industries. Owing to the ongoing research, solar energy holds great promise for a greener and cleaner future.

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Section: Energy-efficient Solar Desalination Technologiesmentioning

confidence: 99%