Open AccessBuilding-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV): Analysis and US market potential. Final report
Author(s) -
L. Frantzis,
Daniel Friedman,
S. Hill,
Peter Teagan,
S.J. Strong,
Marilyn Strong
Publication year - 1995
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Reports
DOI - 10.2172/72936
Subject(s) - building integrated photovoltaics , photovoltaics , scope (computer science) , architectural engineering , market penetration , sun protection , grid , zero energy building , photovoltaic system , solar energy , computer science , civil engineering , engineering , electrical engineering , geometry , mathematics , environmental health , medicine , programming language
Arthur D. Little, Inc., in conjunction with Solar Design Associates, conducted a study for the US Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Building Technologies (OBT) to determine the market potential for grid-connected, building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV). This study defines BIPV as two types of applications: (1) where the PV modules are an integral part of the building, often serving as the exterior weathering skin; and (2) the PV modules are mounted on the existing building exterior. Both of these systems are fully integrated with the energy usage of the building and have potential for significant market penetration in the US. Off-grid building applications also offer a near-term market for BIPV, but are not included in the scope of this study