Investigation of degradation of solar photovoltaics: A review of aging factors, impacts, and future directions toward sustainable energy management

T Rahman, AA Mansur, MS Hossain Lipu, MS Rahman… - Energies, 2023 - mdpi.com
The degradation of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules is caused by a number of factors that
have an impact on their effectiveness, performance, and lifetime. One of the reasons …

[HTML][HTML] Circular economy barriers in Australia: How to translate theory into practice?

J Feldman, H Seligmann, S King, M Flynn… - Sustainable Production …, 2024 - Elsevier
Australia has many unique features that make the approach to a transition to circular
economy different to other countries. There is growing recognition that the current linear …

Policies and regulations for solar photovoltaic end-of-life waste management: Insights from China and the USA

A Ali, SA Malik, M Shafiullah, MZ Malik, MH Zahir - Chemosphere, 2023 - Elsevier
The solar photovoltaic (PV) industry has experienced rapid growth in recent years, resulting
in a substantial increase in the amount of end-of-life (EOL) waste generated by these …

Techno-economic assessment of residential and farm-based photovoltaic systems

A Huda, I Kurniawan, KF Purba, R Ichwani… - Renewable Energy, 2024 - Elsevier
The present study aims to provide a techno-economic analysis of two commonly used
photovoltaic (PV) systems, Residential PV (RPV), and Farm-based PV systems (FPV) in …

A review on the current status of dye‐sensitized solar cells: Toward sustainable energy

BK Korir, JK Kibet, SM Ngari - Energy Science & Engineering, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Dye‐sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) are among the most attractive third‐generation
photovoltaic technologies due to their low toxicity, versatility, roll‐to‐roll compatibility …

[HTML][HTML] Data-driven heat pump retrofit analysis in residential buildings: Carbon emission reductions and economic viability

DR Bayer, M Pruckner - Applied Energy, 2024 - Elsevier
Heat pumps replacing existing gas furnaces, the predominant heating system in Europe, are
crucial for achieving global CO 2 emission reduction targets. Previous studies have …

[HTML][HTML] Future material demand for global silicon-based PV modules under net-zero emissions target until 2050

C Xu, O Isabella, MR Vogt - Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 2024 - Elsevier
The surge in global solar photovoltaic (PV) deployment as a measure to combat climate
change is undeniable. However, this growth comes with its own set of challenges …

[HTML][HTML] Solar photovoltaic waste and resource potential projections in Australia, 2022–2050

V Tan, R Deng, R Egan - Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 2024 - Elsevier
Solar photovoltaic (PV) waste and resource projections are integral for end-of-life (EoL)
management. Addressing gaps in Australian studies, this paper aims to produce improved …

Eco-friendly cementitious composites for enhanced strength: Emerging trends and innovations

M Perera, PG Ranjith - Journal of Cleaner Production, 2024 - Elsevier
Sustainable construction, especially in cement manufacturing, is gaining momentum due to
its potential in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. A noteworthy solution lies in using …

Economic and technological efficiency of renewable energy technologies implementation

W Wang, L Melnyk, O Kubatko, B Kovalov, L Hens - Sustainability, 2023 - mdpi.com
Recent trends prove that energy production is shifting from traditional fossil fuel combustion
technologies to renewable energy-based technologies. To estimate the economic efficiency …