Exergy and Energy Performance Analysis of Hybrid Photovoltaic Thermal (PVT) Systems for Sustainable Energy Transition
Abstract
The rising global energy demand and reliance on fossil fuels intensify climate change, urging renewable integration. This study investigates a hybrid photovoltaic thermal (PV/T) system installed at University of Gujrat, designed and modelled in TRNSYS for semi-arid climate. The system simultaneously generated electricity and thermal energy, with peak electrical output and energy gain in September, and maximum collector efficiency of 43.23% in August. The annual average efficiency was 10.63%. Results confirm the technical viability of PV/T systems as a sustainable solution for combined heat and power generation in regions with high solar insolation.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Systems
Photovoltaic System Optimization Techniques
Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Journal of Exergy
- Volume
- 50
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 1–14
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN