Simulation of Integrated Ground Source Heat Pump and Solar Photovoltaic-Thermal System and Feasibility Study in Europe

Orr Lisa, Lu Xing*, Ji Li, Kongwei Zheng

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Abstract

Renewable energy systems have received significant attention in the building sector for their potential for reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and reduced purchased energy consumption. This paper investigated the integration of ground source heat pumps and photovoltaic-thermal systems by modeling Matlab/Simulink to predict the systems' dynamic, electrical, and thermal behaviors. Two sites in Europe have been selected for the feasibility study, case 1 is in Rome (warm temperature climate), and case 2 is in Helsinki (snow climate). Building heating, cooling, and domestic hot water loads were estimated using models developed in EnergyPlus. The PV/T system was sized at 7kW with 22 panels installed on the roof area in both case studies. The GSHP system was sized at 4kW, determined by the square footage of the single house. A techno-economic-environmental study was performed to evaluate the potential benefits of this integrated renewable energy system, like energy-saving and environmental impact. The system's total energy for Rome was 7082.0 kWh/year and 5687.4 kWh/year for Helsinki. The results demonstrated that the integrated systems could supply 76.8% of Rome's single house energy demands and 43.0% of the energy demands for Helsinki.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2022 7th International Conference on Environment Friendly Energies and Applications (EFEA)
Subtitle of host publicationRenewable and Sustainable Energy Systems, Hybrid Transportation Systems, Energy Transition, and Energy Security
Place of PublicationPiscataway, US
PublisherIEEE
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9798350333213
ISBN (Print)9798350333220
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 14 Dec 2022
Event2022 7th International Conference on Environment Friendly Energies and Applications, EFEA - Hotel Voila, Bagatelle, Mauritius
Duration: 14 Dec 202216 Dec 2022
https://efeaconf.com/EFEA2022/index.html

Publication series

NameInternational Conference on Environment Friendly Energies and Applications (EFEA)
PublisherIEEE
ISSN (Print)2641-5925
ISSN (Electronic)2688-2558

Conference

Conference2022 7th International Conference on Environment Friendly Energies and Applications, EFEA
Country/TerritoryMauritius
CityBagatelle
Period14/12/2216/12/22
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Keywords

  • Ground source heat pump
  • Photovoltaic-thermal system
  • renewable energy system
  • simulation
  • smart grid

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