This project presents an integrated system that combines solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, heat pipes, and an adsorption chiller to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability in building applications. The proposed setup extracts waste heat from the PV panels using heat pipes, which transfer the captured thermal energy to drive an adsorption chiller that provides cooling to the conditioned space. By removing excess heat from the PV modules, the system improves their electrical conversion efficiency while simultaneously utilizing the recovered heat for air conditioning, thereby achieving a dual benefit of power generation and cooling. In addition, the PV panels serve as a shading device for the building envelope, effectively reducing solar heat gain and lowering the overall cooling load. This integrated approach maximizes the utilization of solar energy by coupling electrical and thermal processes, offering a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional cooling systems.
Prof. Abdul Ghani Olabi is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of sustainable energy and advanced materials. He currently serves as the Director of the Sustainable Energy and Power Systems Research Centre at the University of Sharjah, UAE. With over 20 years of experience in higher education and research leadership, Prof. Olabi has made significant contributions to hydrogen energy, energy storage systems, fuel cells, and renewable energy integration.
He has authored and co-authored more than 500 scientific publications, including high-impact journal articles, book chapters, and conference papers. Prof. Olabi has led numerous international and interdisciplinary research projects and has played a key role in industry–academia collaboration. He is also the founder and chair of several renowned international conferences, including SEEP (Sustainable Energy and Environmental Protection).
Prof. Olabi is widely recognized for his work on green hydrogen production, advanced materials for energy applications, and energy policy. He is committed to fostering innovation and international cooperation to accelerate the transition to clean and smart energy systems.
Solar PV Based Cooling Systems