This article aimed to identify renewable energy generation technologies that can be applied in urban vertical constructions, contributing to the reduction of carbon emissions in the atmosphere. This study explores the combination of these technologies through a system in. . The performance of photovoltaic (PV) and solar collectors are compared in meeting the heating and cooling demand of a residential house using 100% solar energy through TRNSYS modelling of five systems that use air source heat pump and seasonal energy storage as optional assisting technologies. The most common approach is the installation of solar panels on rooftops. This positioning allows. . Surrey Institute for People-Centred Artificial Intelligence, Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH, UK Global Centre for Clean Air Research (GCARE), Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7XH. . Solar photovoltaics (PV) is a very modular technology that can be manufactured in large plants, which creates economies of scale, but can also be deployed in very small quantities at a time.
Solar fashion integrates lightweight, flexible photovoltaic cells into garments, allowing them to harness sunlight for power. This innovative technology reduces reliance on fossil fuels and offers practical benefits like on-the-go charging and smart city integration. . The integration of photovoltaic technology into clothing not only opens new possibilities for fashion but could also be a milestone on the road towards reducing the carbon footprint of the textile industry. Researchers have recently developed photovoltaic textiles that combine flexibility, durability, and energy generation, showing real promise for. . Wearable solar panels represent a groundbreaking fusion of fashion and renewable energy, transforming everyday clothing into portable power stations.