The Potential of PV Noise Barrier Technology in Europe

Nordmann, Thomas; Froelich, A.; Goetzberger, A.; Kleiss, G.; Hille, G.; Wiemken, Edo; Dijk, Tincent Van; Betcke, Jethro; Pearsall, Nicola; Hynes, K.M.; Gaiddon, B.; Castello, S.

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“…The development of bifacial technology included interest in concentrating PV technology [37]. Figure 2 highlights the first modest system installations leading to MW-level power plants [39][40][41] with the rapid growth of the industry in the 2000-2020 timeframe.…”

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Performance of bifacial PV modules under different operating conditions in the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil

Braga,

Kazmerski,

Cassini

et al. 2023

Renew. Energy Environ. Sustain.

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Brazil's cumulative photovoltaic (PV) installations have now surpassed 32 GWp. The fastest growing and most prevalent PV technology is the bifacial photovoltaic module, which is now being incorporated in more than 2/3 of new power plants. These modules collect solar radiation on both front and rear sides, providing gains in electricity production compared to traditional monofacial modules. The market acceptance and quality control of this technology requires standard methods to accurately determine the nominal power of the bifacial modules. But the specification of energy production from the bifacial backside is complicated due to critical factors that include the albedo, the separation, height, and positioning of the modules, the shading of the rear surface, and the specific geographic and climate conditions. This paper addresses these issues in determining the performance of bifacial PV modules in the tropical conditions of the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Specifically, the bifacial gain for modules and systems is evaluated, assessing the effects of albedo, site maintenance, climate/environmental conditions, thermal behavior, and back-surface shading. The special cases of tracking versus non-tracking systems are evaluated showing specific attention needs to the albedo changes and rear module shading constraints. These studies are performed on real power plants having different operating conditions (e.g., tracking, non-tracking, ground cover). The methodology includes I-V characterization of modules and string and thermal imaging/mapping under existing climate and meteorological conditions. Correlations with experimental albedo conditions is a special concern with these studies. These results are further compared to controlled laboratory measurements to establish information needed to better evaluate the developing standard for actual local operating conditions. This case study provides evaluation of the quality of the both the bifacial PV products being used and their installations in the rapidly emerging Brazil PV markets.

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Section: Introduction Background and Objectivesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Performance of bifacial PV modules under different operating conditions in the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil

Braga,

Kazmerski,

Cassini

et al. 2023

Renew. Energy Environ. Sustain.

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“…Among them, European and American countries have studied power generation potential assessment earlier and gradually extended it from highways, railways, and other fields to various other fields. It has also extended from the power generation potential assessment of a single EU member state to the overall assessment of multiple EU member states [41]. Data indicate that noise barriers' peak power generation capacity along highways in six European countries, namely Germany, Italy, France, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Switzerland, is 580 MWp (approximately 200 Wp per meter) [29,42].…”

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“…Therefore, it is not difficult to infer that the PVNBs referred to in Pictures (g) and (l) in Figure 1, as they are placed on the side of the adjacent lane and start to be laid up close to the ground, will definitely encounter more risks of flying stones, splashing impacts, and pollution from car exhaust or mud, and are also more prone to damage. The test data show that the PVNB referred to in Picture (g) has an expected power generation efficiency of only 60% in the first two years of operation, which may be related to this factor [2,56]. Due to this consideration, PVNBs installed in recent years have been trying to avoid this risk as much as possible.…”

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Integrating Renewable Energy in Transportation: Challenges, Solutions, and Future Prospects on Photovoltaic Noise Barriers

Wu,

Zhang,

Wang

2024

Sustainability

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The photovoltaic noise barrier (PVNB), a solar noise barrier, is an innovative integration of transportation and renewable energy. It is primarily installed alongside roads near acoustic environmental protection targets in proximity to traffic lanes. PVNBs serve the dual purpose of reducing noise pollution and harnessing solar energy. The electricity generated is used for traffic lights, surveillance, and even feeding into the power grid. This helps to reduce pollution and carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the current research and practical applications of PVNBs, focusing on their unique features. It systematically addresses challenges and proposes solutions concerning optimal site selection, safety standards, noise attenuation effectiveness, power generation efficiency, durability, operational maintenance, and collaborative efforts across various departments. Additionally, this paper highlights the importance of conducting advanced research into glare mechanisms, improving site selection processes, optimizing design strategies, enhancing management and maintenance systems, and conducting comprehensive life-cycle cost–benefit analyses. This research aims to offer scientific insights for designing and deploying PVNBs, thereby fostering the progressive adoption and application of distributed photovoltaics in transportation infrastructures.

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“…In these cases, the road space consumption becomes a resource for the installation of photovoltaic panels [ 30 ] to be embedded into the infrastructure (e.g., noise barriers [ 31 ], solar arches [ 32 ] and canopies [ 22 ]). In other cases, however, the photovoltaic panels become an integral part of the road structure, generating electricity and supporting traffic loads [ 33 , 34 ].…”

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Photovoltaic road pavements as a strategy for low-carbon urban infrastructures

Del Serrone,

Peluso,

Moretti

2023

Heliyon

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The Potential of PV Noise Barrier Technology in Europe

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Performance of bifacial PV modules under different operating conditions in the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil

Performance of bifacial PV modules under different operating conditions in the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil

Integrating Renewable Energy in Transportation: Challenges, Solutions, and Future Prospects on Photovoltaic Noise Barriers

Photovoltaic road pavements as a strategy for low-carbon urban infrastructures

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