Bifacial solar panels boost building energy efficiency by 5%
The researchers looked at how well bifacial solar panels integrated into buildings can generate electricity and manage heat. They studied different setups, including panels with reflective back surfaces. Through computer simulations using weather data from Catania, Italy, they found that the bifacial glass-glass panels produced around 5% more energy than standard solar panels on building facades. This research could help enhance energy production and efficiency in buildings equipped with solar panels.