Exploring the Potential of Vertical Bifacial Photovoltaic Fence Systems: A Comprehensive Literature Review

(Riaz et al., 2022)(Stein et al., 2021)(Lee et al., 2023)(Mir et al., 2021)

The adoption of renewable energy sources, such as solar photovoltaic systems, has been rapidly increasing due to policies promoting carbon neutrality and energy efficiency. This has led to the development of specialized solar PV systems, including bifacial PV modules, which have gained popularity in various installation settings.

This literature review focuses on the use of vertical bifacial photovoltaic fence systems. Vertical bifacial photovoltaic fence systems refer to the integration of bifacial photovoltaic modules into a fence structure. These systems not only serve as a functional part of the fence structure but also generate electricity. This integration of PV modules into a fence structure offers several advantages (Lee et al., 2023).

Firstly, it eliminates the need for additional land allocation, making it particularly suitable for urban areas with limited space.

Secondly, the vertical orientation of the PV modules allows for better utilization of space and potential increase in energy production compared to traditional horizontal installations.

Furthermore, the vertical orientation of the bifacial PV modules in the fence system maximizes their exposure to sunlight from both sides, taking advantage of their ability to generate electricity from both the front and back surfaces.

Additionally, the use of bifacial modules in a fence structure provides opportunities for improved aesthetics and architectural integration.

A few important considerations when designing and implementing vertical bifacial photovoltaic fence systems include, the choice of bifacial PV modules with high efficiency and durability, proper design and engineering to ensure structural integrity of the fence system, and effective integration of the electrical components and wiring.

Despite the advantages and potential of vertical bifacial photovoltaic fence systems, there are still several areas that require further research. One area of future research is the optimization of the design and layout of vertical bifacial photovoltaic fence systems to maximize energy production. Another area for future research is the investigation of different installation locations and orientations to determine the most effective configurations for various environments.

In conclusion, the vertical bifacial photovoltaic fence system presents a viable solution for incorporating renewable energy generation into urban areas with limited space. These systems offer advantages such as increased energy production, land savings, and improved aesthetics.

In the upcoming weeks, Roarke will endeavor to streamline and elucidate data pertaining to diverse installation locales and orientations. This effort aims to identify optimal configurations tailored to varying environmental contexts, enhancing the effectiveness and applicability of vertical bifacial photovoltaic fence systems.

References

Lee, S., Lee, E J., Lee, J., Yu, S., Heo, J., Lee, W., & Kim, B. (2023, October 6). Analysis of the Output Characteristics of a Vertical Photovoltaic System Based on Operational Data: A Case Study in Republic of Korea. https://doi.org/10.3390/en16196971

Lee, S., Lee, E J., Lee, J., Yu, S., Heo, J., Lee, W., & Kim, B. (2023, October 6). Analysis of the Output Characteristics of a Vertical Photovoltaic System Based on Operational Data: A Case Study in Republic of Korea. Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute, 16(19), 6971-6971. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.3390/en16196971

Mir, N H., Bahar, F A., Mehdi, S S., Alie, B A., Bhat, M A., Azad, A., Hussain, N., Iqbal, S., & Fayaz, S. (2021, July 5). Solar Energy Applications in Agriculture with Special Reference to North Western Himalayan Region. https://doi.org/10.9734/cjast/2021/v40i1531415

Riaz, M., Imran, H., Alam, H., Alam, M A., & Butt, N Z. (2022, March 1). Crop-Specific Optimization of Bifacial PV Arrays for Agrivoltaic Food-Energy Production: The Light-Productivity-Factor Approach. https://doi.org/10.1109/jphotov.2021.3136158

Stein, J S., Reise, C., Friesen, G., Maugeri, G., Urrejola, E., & Ranta, S. (2021, April 1). Bifacial Photovoltaic Modules and Systems: Experience and Results from International Research and Pilot Applications. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.2172/1779379