Building-integrated photovoltaic/thermal (BIPVT) systems: Applications and challenges

A key medium for energy generation globally is the solar energy. The present work evaluates challenges of building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPVT) required various applications from techno-economic and environmental points view. Many are found applying photovoltaics (PVs) modules combined with building systems: supplying hot cold water ventilation residential non-residential building. Moreover, efforts advances achieved in enhancing BIPVT thermal electrical performance explored. Additionally, review provides further insight into recognizing fundamental science systems, explaining its rapid developments mechanisms. systems designed rooftops, windows, facades specifically highlighted review. Furthermore, status PV system, benefits, applications, barriers challenges, future prospects discussed. require governmental support a more economically convenient efficient tariff to maintain economic feasibility system. factors impeding commercialization implementation feed-in tariff, customers’ perception, national support, technical aspects such as performance, system management, architectural material considerations. Finally, this indicates that works concerned enhance technology advancements still required.