Evaluating Photovoltaic Panel Efficiency During the Cooling Season in Mersin: Insights from Alternative Performance Models
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Photovoltaic Panel Efficiency, Performance Models, Cooling Season, Mersin, Solar RadiationAbstract
This study analyzes the performance of photovoltaic (PV) panels in Mersin during the cooling season using different performance models. Accurate performance assessments are crucial for enhancing the efficiency of PV panels and maximizing the benefits of solar radiation. In this context, the use of various modeling techniques is necessary, taking into account the solar radiation intensity during the summer months. The study combines local meteorological data from Mersin with EnergyPlus software to evaluate the energy production capacity of PV panels using different performance models. Each model offers a distinct approach to calculating energy production, considering Mersin's unique geographical and climatic conditions. The research systematically compares the efficiency outcomes of these models and highlights their respective strengths and weaknesses. The results show that the accuracy levels of each model in evaluating PV panel performance during the summer season vary. The study emphasizes that selecting the appropriate performance model is critical for accurately reflecting PV panel efficiency and optimizing energy production. This research highlights the contributions of various models in assessing PV panel performance during the cooling season and underscores their potential to improve regional energy efficiency.
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