Electrical and thermal performance of double-pass bifacial photovoltaic thermal system in tropical climate

Key Points

• The bifacial photovoltaic thermal system shows improved thermal efficiency over standard systems, especially in tropical climates.
• Electrical efficiency of the system reached levels of 25% in optimal sunlight conditions, enhancing energy output significantly.
• Assessment using thermal performance indicators and electrical metrics in tropical conditions highlights substantial gains over traditional systems.
• Findings suggest that implementing bifacial systems in hot climates may enable widespread adoption of renewable energy technologies.