EU Photovoltaic Solar Air Conditioning

What is the EU solar photovoltaic industry alliance?

The EU Solar Photovoltaic Industry Alliance will bring together industrial actors, research institutes, consumer associations, NGOs and other stakeholders with an interest in the solar PV sector.

What is SACE (solar air conditioning in Europe)?

The SACE (Solar Air Conditioning in Europe) project was initiated in early 2002 and conducted over the next 2 years by a group of researchers from five countries, supported by the European Commission.

Can a solar heat pump and a heat pump meet EU targets?

Renewable sources will play a key role in meeting the EU targets for 2030. The combined use of an aerothermal source through a heat pump and a solar source with a photovoltaic (PV) system is one feasible and promising technology for the heating and cooling of residential spaces.

Are solar cooling systems economically feasible?

Tsoutsos et al. present a study of the economic feasibility of solar cooling technologies. Karagiorgas et al. investigated the application of renewable technologies in the European tourism industry and identified a large number of solar thermal systems but only a few solar cooling systems.

Does solar air conditioning save energy?

Conclusions Solar air conditioning has a strong potential for significant primary energy savings. In particular, for southern European and Mediterranean areas, solar assisted cooling systems can lead to primary energy savings in the range of 40–50%. Related cost of saved primary energy lies at about 0.07 €/kW h for the most promising conditions.

What is the European heat pump Directive 2010/31/EU?

The Directive 2010/31/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 May 2010 on the energy performance of buildings. Official Journal of the European Union. EHPA (2015). European Heat Pump Market and Statistics Report 2015. European Commission (2016).