Is the installation of a solar thermal system in Namibia for heating water or cooling food energetically reasonable?
In the course of this term paper, general terminology will be discussed first and then pivot to the renewable energy form of solar thermal. This is examined over the current value for the total segment of the renewable energies, the necessary hardware (periphery), up to current application possibilities. In addition, a system for a fictitious example in Namibia is examined and its economic viability is considered. Finally, the work ends in a reflection and the corresponding conclusion.
In Module 3.5 renewable Energies, we dealt extensively with various types of renewable energies. In the foreground were the better known renewable energies such as photovoltaics and wind power. In addition, we also dealt with geothermal energy, biomass, tidal power and solar thermal energy and about the planned grid expansion in the Federal Republic of Germany. In order to better understand and implement the creation and planning of renewable energy plants, a fictitious training center was established during the module in Namibia, which aims to use different concepts of renewable energy. Based on this fictitious training center, the benefits and the possibility of a solar thermal system also in Namibia will be investigated in more detail in this term paper. Not only the possibility of heating but also the possibility of cooling will be investigated.
Table of Contents
- 1 Introduction
- 1.1 Definition renewable energy
- 2 Solar thermal energy
- 2.1 Development of solar thermal energy
- 2.2 Value for renewable Energies
- 2.3 Current application possibilities
- 2.4 Required periphery (hardware)
- 2.4.1 Collectors
- 2.4.2 Storage
- 2.4.3 Heat exchanger
- 2.4.4 Solar controller
- 2.4.5 Expansion vessel
- 2.5 Heating with solar thermal energy
- 2.6 Cooling with solar thermal energy
- 2.7 Extensions of solar thermal energy (with heat pumps)
- 3 Case study Namibia (fictional)
- 3.1 Technical realization
- 3.2 Realization costs
- 3.3 Economic efficiency
- 4 Reflection and conclusion
Objectives and Key Themes
The objective of this term paper is to investigate the feasibility and energetic reasonableness of installing a solar thermal system in Namibia for both heating water and cooling food. This involves examining the technology, costs, and economic viability of such a system within the context of renewable energy sources.
- The definition and characteristics of renewable energy sources.
- The technology and applications of solar thermal energy systems.
- The economic and energetic efficiency of solar thermal systems.
- A case study analyzing the implementation of a solar thermal system in Namibia.
- The potential of solar thermal energy for heating and cooling applications.
Chapter Summaries
1 Introduction: This introductory chapter sets the stage for the term paper by providing background information on renewable energies, specifically focusing on the context of Module 3.5 which covered various renewable energy sources including photovoltaics, wind power, geothermal energy, biomass, tidal power, and solar thermal energy. It introduces the concept of a fictitious training center in Namibia as a case study to explore the applications of renewable energy. The chapter establishes the central research question: Is the installation of a solar thermal system in Namibia for heating water or cooling food energetically reasonable? This question guides the subsequent investigation into the technical aspects, economic viability, and overall feasibility of such a system.
2 Solar thermal energy: This chapter provides a detailed explanation of solar thermal energy, differentiating between concentrated and non-concentrated systems. It delves into the efficiency of solar thermal collectors, highlighting the distinction between collector efficiency and overall system efficiency. The chapter uses Figure 1 to illustrate the efficiency of different collector types (evacuated tubes and flat plate collectors) under varying temperature differences. It also discusses the influence of geographical location and solar irradiance on system efficiency, comparing the performance of solar thermal systems in Europe and Africa. The chapter sets the technical groundwork for understanding the potential of solar thermal energy for both heating and cooling applications.
Keywords
Solar thermal energy, renewable energy, Namibia, heating, cooling, efficiency, economic viability, collectors, system efficiency, case study, renewable energy sources.
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What is the main topic of this document?
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What are the key themes explored in the document?
The key themes include the definition and characteristics of renewable energy sources, the technology and applications of solar thermal energy systems, the economic and energetic efficiency of solar thermal systems, a case study analyzing the implementation of a solar thermal system in Namibia, and the potential of solar thermal energy for heating and cooling applications.
What does the Table of Contents include?
The table of contents outlines the structure of the term paper, covering an introduction to renewable energy, a detailed explanation of solar thermal energy (including its components and applications), a case study focusing on Namibia, and a concluding reflection. It provides a chapter-by-chapter breakdown, detailing subtopics within each chapter related to solar thermal technology, its applications, and economic considerations.
What is the objective of the term paper?
The objective is to determine the feasibility and energetic reasonableness of implementing a solar thermal system in a fictional training center in Namibia for both water heating and food cooling. This involves analyzing the technical aspects, costs, and economic viability of the system.
What are the key components of a solar thermal system discussed in the document?
The document discusses key components such as collectors (flat plate and evacuated tube types), storage tanks, heat exchangers, solar controllers, and expansion vessels. It also explains the interplay of these components and their impact on overall system efficiency.
What is the significance of the Namibia case study?
The fictional Namibia case study serves as a practical example to assess the application and economic viability of solar thermal technology in a specific geographical context. It analyzes the technical realization, costs, and economic efficiency of implementing such a system in Namibia.
What aspects of solar thermal energy are compared in the document?
The document compares different types of solar thermal collectors (e.g., flat plate vs. evacuated tube collectors), analyzing their efficiency under varying temperature differences and geographical locations. It also compares the performance of solar thermal systems in different regions, such as Europe and Africa.
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The keywords include: Solar thermal energy, renewable energy, Namibia, heating, cooling, efficiency, economic viability, collectors, system efficiency, case study, renewable energy sources.
What is covered in the chapter summarizing solar thermal energy?
This chapter provides a detailed explanation of solar thermal energy, including concentrated and non-concentrated systems, collector efficiency, overall system efficiency, the influence of location and solar irradiance, and its application in heating and cooling.
What is the central research question addressed in this term paper?
The central question is: Is the installation of a solar thermal system in Namibia for heating water or cooling food energetically reasonable?
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- Anonym (Author), 2019, Solar thermal energy as renewable energy, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/1315586
