Reliability and energy efficiency of zero energy homes
(Conference Presentation)

Neelkanth G. Dhere

doi:10.1117/12.2237488

2 November 2016 Reliability and energy efficiency of zero energy homes (Conference Presentation)

Neelkanth G. Dhere

Proceedings Volume 9938, Reliability of Photovoltaic Cells, Modules, Components, and Systems IX; 99380M (2016) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2237488
Event: SPIE Optics + Photonics for Sustainable Energy, 2016, San Diego, California, United States

Abstract

Photovoltaic (PV) modules and systems are being installed increasingly on residential homes to increase the proportion of renewable energy in the energy mix. The ultimate goal is to attain sustainability without subsidy. The prices of PV modules and systems have declined substantially during the recent years. They will be reduced further to reach grid parity. Additionally the total consumed energy must be reduced by making the homes more energy efficient. FSEC/UCF Researchers have carried out research on development of PV cells and systems and on reducing the energy consumption in homes and by small businesses. Additionally, they have provided guidance on PV module and system installation and to make the homes energy efficient. The produced energy is fed into the utility grid and the consumed energy is obtained from the utility grid, thus the grid is assisting in the storage. Currently the State of Florida permits net metering leading to equal charge for the produced and consumed electricity. This paper describes the installation of 5.29 KW crystalline silicon PV system on a south-facing tilt at approximately latitude tilt on a single-story, three-bedroom house. It also describes the computer program on Building Energy Efficiency and the processes that were employed for reducing the energy consumption of the house by improving the insulation, air circulation and windows, etc. Finally it describes actual consumption and production of electricity and the installation of additional crystalline silicon PV modules and balance of system to make it a zero energy home.

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Neelkanth G. Dhere "Reliability and energy efficiency of zero energy homes (Conference Presentation)", Proc. SPIE 9938, Reliability of Photovoltaic Cells, Modules, Components, and Systems IX, 99380M (2 November 2016); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2237488

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Solar energy

Solar cells

Energy efficiency

Reliability

Crystals

Photovoltaics

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