Prospects of life cycle assessment of renewable energy from solar photovoltaic technologies: A review

Ludin, Norasikin Ahmad; Mustafa, Nur Ifthitah; Hanafiah, Marlia Mohd; Teridi, Mohd Asri Mat; Sepeai, Suhaila; Zaharim, Azami; Sopian, Kamaruzzaman

doi:10.1016/j.rser.2018.07.048

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“…Interfacial engineering has been the best drivers for perovskite solar cell evolution combining simultaneous improvements in efficiency and stability [131]. Two main approaches have been used when considering interlayers to boost both PCE and stability, the first and more extensively explored one is the use of transition metal oxides, thus including inorganic structures in the device; this approach was successfully used in organic polymeric solar cells and can be extended to hybrid perovskites [132].…”

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“…Initial reports for perovskite solar cells, based on assumptions of PCE and lifetime, delivered an EPBT between 0.2 to 10 years [16,17]; in other detailed estimations comparing different routes, the EPBT were estimated as 1.0-1.5 years [26], and the most recent reviews limits the range to 0.2-5.4 years [131]. When the analysis is focused on climate change mitigation potential, the amount of avoided emissions ranges from 100 g CO 2 eq per kWh (Gong 16) for processing from solution using ZnO and TiO 2 transport layers, to intermediate values around 200-400 g CO 2 eq per kWh for vacuum, HTL free or solution process [15,26], and a maximum of 1000 g CO 2 eq per kWh similarly for vacuum or solution process [17] with a peak up to 1800 g CO 2 eq per kWh when lead-free, Sn-based perovskites are considered [18].…”

Section: A Difficult Balance From a Life Cycle Assessment Perspectivementioning

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The balance between efficiency, stability and environmental impacts in perovskite solar cells: a review

Urbina

2020

J. Phys. Energy

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Photovoltaic technology is progressing very fast, both in a new installed capacity, now reaching a total of more than 400 GW worldwide, and in a big research effort to develop more efficient and sustainable technologies. Organic and hybrid solar cells have been pointed out as a technological breakthrough due to their potential for low economical cost and low environmental impact; but despite impressive laboratory progress, the market is still beyond reach for these technologies, especially for perovskitebased technology. In this review, the historical evolution and relationship of efficiency and stability is addressed, including Life Cycle Assessment studies which provide a quantitative evaluation of environmental impacts in several categories, such as human health or freshwater ecotoxicity, with special focus on lead toxicity. The main conclusion is that there is no unsurmountable barrier for the massive deployment of photovoltaic systems with perovskite solar modules, if the stability is extended to lifetimes similar to technologies already in the market. The results of this review provide some recommendations mainly focused on the best options for improved stability (avoiding mainly moisture and oxygen degradation) by using metal oxides, ternary or quaternary cations, or the novel 2D/3D approach, and the encapsulation effort which should also take into account the recyclability of the materials and the low environmental impact processes for up-scaled industrial production. Research guidelines should take into account the end-of-life of the devices and cleaner routes for production avoiding toxic solvents.

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Section: Interlayers With Focus On Stabilitymentioning

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Section: A Difficult Balance From a Life Cycle Assessment Perspectivementioning

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The balance between efficiency, stability and environmental impacts in perovskite solar cells: a review

Urbina

2020

J. Phys. Energy

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“…The operation of solar stations is the most environmentally friendly. The main disadvantage of solar energy is large areas required for the placement of solar cells [4,5]. The environmental advantages of using mini hydropower plants include: smaller areas of flooding or their absence; a lesser degree of disturbance to the normal natural habitat of humans, wildlife and fisheries; the use of water resources from reservoirs has a positive effect on the rivers in dry areas.…”

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Environmental Component Economic Evaluation of the Renewable Energy Sources Life Cycle

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Traditionally, renewable energy sources (RES) are considered the most environmentally friendly, but only the stage of their operation is evaluated. A method for the integrated assessment of the renewable energy environment sustainability has been proposed, taking into account their entire life cyclefrom the extraction of natural resources for the production of a power plant to its utilization. An impact assessment of RES different types on the environment has been carried out in four areas: consumption of natural resources, pollution of water resources, pollution of the soil and pollution of the atmosphere. The comparison of the considered environmental components has been carried out on the basis of an environmental pollution economic assessment at the stages of the RES life cycle. Studies have shown that the life cycle of a solar power plant makes the greatest contribution to environmental pollution, but the mini-hydroelectric station -the smallest.

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“…1 Thereby, replacing fossil with green and clean energy is obligatory. Added to that, the harmonious correlation between energy and pollution extensively affects the sustainable development of the world in recent decades.…”

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“…Added to that, the harmonious correlation between energy and pollution extensively affects the sustainable development of the world in recent decades. 1 Thereby, replacing fossil with green and clean energy is obligatory. 2 Compared with other renewable resources, solar energy gained a profound attention among the pioneers because of its inexhaustible property and convenient building adaptation.…”

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Progress of MWCNT, Al ₂ O ₃ , and CuO with water in enhancing the photovoltaic thermal system

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Hybrid photovoltaic thermal system is an effective method to convert solar energy into electrical and thermal energy. However, its effectiveness is widely affected due to the high temperature of photovoltaic panel, and it can be minimized by employing nanofluids to the PV/T systems. In this research, the effect of various nanoparticles on the PV/T systems was studied experimentally. The nanofluids Al 2 O 3 , CuO, and multiwall carbon nanotube (MWCNT) were dispersed with water at different volume fractions of 0, 0.5, 1, 2.5, and 5 (vol%) using ultrasonication process. The effect of nanomaterials on viscosity and density was classified. All tests were carried out in an outdoor laboratory setup for calibrating the PV temperatures, thermal conductivity, electrical power, electrical efficiency, and overall efficiency. In addition, the energy analyses were also made to estimate the loss of heat owing to the nanofluids. Results show that use of the nanofluid increased the electric power and electrical efficiency of PV/T compared with water. Furthermore, MWCNT and CuO reduced the cell temperature by 19%. Consequently, the nanofluids MWCNT, Al 2 O 3 , and CuO produced the impressive values of 60%, 55%, and 52% increase in an average electrical efficiency than conventional PV. Particularly, the MWCNT produced superior results compared with other materials. It is evidently clear from the result that the introduction of the nanofluid increases the thermal efficiency without adding any extra energy to the system. Moreover, insertion of Al 2 O 3 , CuO, and MWCNT on PV/T system increases the exergy efficiency more than conventional PV module.How to cite this article: Sangeetha M, Manigandan S, Chaichan MT, Kumar V. Progress of MWCNT, Al 2 O 3 , and CuO with water in enhancing the photovoltaic thermal system. Int J Energy Res.

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Prospects of life cycle assessment of renewable energy from solar photovoltaic technologies: A review

Cited by 300 publications

References 77 publications

The balance between efficiency, stability and environmental impacts in perovskite solar cells: a review

The balance between efficiency, stability and environmental impacts in perovskite solar cells: a review

Environmental Component Economic Evaluation of the Renewable Energy Sources Life Cycle

Progress of MWCNT, Al ₂ O ₃ , and CuO with water in enhancing the photovoltaic thermal system

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