APPLICATION OF PV/T TECHNOLOGY IN LITHUANIA

Abstract

PVT technology combines solar PV and solar thermal energy in the same PVT panel. In this way, the PVT panel produces both electricity and heat. Compared to PV technology and solar heating technology, PVT technology is in the early stages of the market, but the demand for panels has grown rapidly in the past two years.

This paper summarizes best practices for PVT technology, which is still in rapid development. Commercial systems with different types of PVT panels, different types of PVT systems with different components for different applications are reviewed. Possible advantages and disadvantages of PVT systems in Lithuanian market conditions are presented.