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This review article analyzes 116 studies on the interactions between photovoltaic (PV) energy systems and the urban environment. The review finds two key results: 1) PV can significantly increase daytime urban temperatures and potentially increase building air conditioning energy use in some climates and building types. 2) Locating PV in urban environments can reduce efficiency by up to 20% compared to rural locations, due to elevated temperatures, pollution, and shading effects in cities. The article recom

Author

Samahir Elzaki

Language

EN