Techno-economic analysis of solar-assisted air-conditioning systems for commercial buildings in Saudi Arabia

Al-Ugla, A.A.; El‐Shaarawi, M. A. I.; Said, S.A.M.; Al-Qutub, Amro M.

doi:10.1016/j.rser.2015.10.047

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“…Although economic analyses for conventional systems (without thermal storage) [92] and systems with sensible storage (water) tanks are abundant [93][94][95][96][97][98][99], comparative cost analyses of using a PCM as a latent heat thermal storage unit in a solar absorption cooling system are rarely seen. Godarzi et al [100] designed a PCM storage system based on exergo-economic analysis and a genetic algorithm in a 45.4 kW LiBr/H 2 O system.…”

Section: Performance and Cost Of Tes Systemsmentioning

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A Comprehensive Review of Thermal Energy Storage

2018

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Thermal energy storage (TES) is a technology that stocks thermal energy by heating or cooling a storage medium so that the stored energy can be used at a later time for heating and cooling applications and power generation. TES systems are used particularly in buildings and in industrial processes. This paper is focused on TES technologies that provide a way of valorizing solar heat and reducing the energy demand of buildings. The principles of several energy storage methods and calculation of storage capacities are described. Sensible heat storage technologies, including water tank, underground, and packed-bed storage methods, are briefly reviewed. Additionally, latent-heat storage systems associated with phase-change materials for use in solar heating/cooling of buildings, solar water heating, heat-pump systems, and concentrating solar power plants as well as thermo-chemical storage are discussed. Finally, cool thermal energy storage is also briefly reviewed and outstanding information on the performance and costs of TES systems are included.

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A Comprehensive Review of Thermal Energy Storage

2018

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“…Al ugla et al [3] compared three type of air conditioning systems. These are "a conventional vaporcompression system", a solar (LiBr/H 2 O) absorption system and "a solar photovoltaic (pv) vapor-compression system".…”

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Solar Absorption Cooling Systems: A Review

Mustafa¹,

Noranai²,

Imran³

2021

Journal of Thermal Engineering

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“…The potential for solar photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal air conditioning has also received attention [45][46][47][48][49][50]. While the practical application is rare, it is an important area for research and deployment.…”

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Staying Cool in A Warming Climate: Temperature, Electricity and Air Conditioning in Saudi Arabia

Howarth

Odnoletkova

Alshehri

et al. 2020

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As global temperatures warm and populations and incomes rise, the demand for cooling will soar, creating a positive feedback loop between global warming and electricity-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. This study explores the relationship between temperature, electricity, air conditioning (AC) and CO2 emissions, and the sustainability of cooling in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With the highest share of AC in household electricity consumption in the world and its already very hot summers warming by 3 °C in many areas over the last 40 years, Saudi Arabia provides an important case study of how the cooling challenge can be managed. Data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF ERA5) is used to illustrate local warming trends (1979–2018) and show the relationship between temperature and power generation within a typical year using hourly data (2011–2015). Using annual data (2010–2018), we then show that since 2016 the rapid growth in the Kingdom’s electricity demand for AC and its associated CO2 emissions have plateaued. This suggests energy efficiency measures, higher electricity prices and a shift from the use of oil towards gas in the power sector are having a positive effect on energy sustainability. We identify key policies and technologies that will be important for the sustainable use of cooling in Saudi Arabia and beyond.

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Techno-economic analysis of solar-assisted air-conditioning systems for commercial buildings in Saudi Arabia

Cited by 92 publications

References 23 publications

A Comprehensive Review of Thermal Energy Storage

A Comprehensive Review of Thermal Energy Storage

Solar Absorption Cooling Systems: A Review

Staying Cool in A Warming Climate: Temperature, Electricity and Air Conditioning in Saudi Arabia

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