Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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1731021 | Energy | 2016 | 16 Pages |
Abstract
Additionally, an environmental analysis based on the LCA (life cycle assessment) methodology was performed using the SimaPro software. The results show that a positive environmental impact is generated by PCM applications because of the decreased amount of consumed resources in BIPV manufacturing, which is related to the lifetime extension resulting from the ability of PCMs to store latent heat and prevent premature physical damage to the BIPV.
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Authors
Patricia Royo, VÃctor J. Ferreira, Ana M. López-Sabirón, Germán Ferreira,