Review of modern methods and technologies for using of solar energy in the operation of anaerobic digestion systems

The article presents various methods and technologies for using of solar energy in anaerobic bioconversion systems. Various methods of convertion of solar radiation are consistently considered -from its direct use to photovoltaic, thermal, photovoltaic ther-mal and concentrating. Schemes for introducing solar energy converters into anaerobic bioconversion systems, as well as various solar radiation converters for heat and electricity supply of anaerobic bioconversion systems, are proposed. As power generating compo-nents in the article also discusses photovoltaic modules with an extended rated power period, photovoltaic thermal roofing panels with a two-component polysiloxane com-pound, thermal and photovoltaic thermal solar roofing panels, air-cooled photovoltaic thermal siding panel and concentrator solar photovoltaic thermal module with high -voltage matrix photovoltaic converters. The proposed schemes of systems and design of solar modules will ensure a reduction in the use of thermal energy from the produced gas for power supply for the own needs of anaerobic bioconversion systems, which will make them cheaper and more efficient in operation.& COPY; 2023 Hydrogen Energy Publications LLC. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

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The article introduces various methods and technologies for utilizing solar energy in anaerobic bioconversion systems. It discusses different conversion methods of solar radiation, including direct use, photovoltaic, thermal, photovoltaic thermal, and concentrating. The article proposes schemes for incorporating solar energy converters into anaerobic bioconversion systems and explores various solar radiation converters for heat and electricity supply. The suggested systems and designs will reduce the reliance on thermal energy and make anaerobic bioconversion systems more cost-effective and efficient in operation.