Exergoeconomic and enviroeconomic analysis of semitransparent and opaque photovoltaic (PV) panels: A comparative study

Abstract

In present communication the exergoeconomic and enviroeconomic analyses of two different stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) modules viz. semitransparent and opaque have been performed. The exergoeconomic examination is very useful way to investigate the correlation between capital cost and exergy losses. The enviroeconomic analysis describes the carbon dioxide mitigation by the system. The energy (electrical) produced annually by semitransparent and opaque PV panel is also evaluated. It is reported that the semitransparent panel shows better performance as for as energy saving are concern. Environmental cost reduction is found to be 128.7 Rs./year and 125.95 Rs./year for semitransparent and opaque PV modules, respectively.