In this experimental study, the performance of ventilated double-pane glazing integrated with semi-transparent solar cells under the subtropical climate of Hong Kong has been investigated. The effects of a photovoltaic (PV) ventilated glazing system on the built environment ˇŞ including heat and light transmission, thermal and visual comfort, and electricity generation ˇŞ were analyzed and discussed. While the energy saving potential of PV glazing on air-conditioning demands was found promising, the same on daylight utilization was much inferior to the absorptive glazing applications. The purpose of the study was to gain experience on better use of the semi-transparent PV ventilated glazing technology, and on the energy/cost saving potential of some innovative arrangements.

• PV PV Photovoltaic
• PV/T

1. A review on photovoltaic/thermal hybrid solar technology
2. Building-integrated photovoltaic and thermal applications in a subtropical hotel building
3. Effect of fluid flow and packing factor on energy performance of a wall-mounted hybrid photovoltaic/water-heating collector system
4. Innovative solar windows for cooling-demand climate
5. Performance evaluation of a PV ventilated window applying to office building of Hong Kong
6. Performance evaluation of the photovoltaic double-skin facade  

1. Innovative solar windows for cooling-demand climate
2. Performance evaluation of a PV ventilated window applying to office building of Hong Kong