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14 articles for “rooftop”
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State-wise Assessment of Rooftop Solar Progress: Role of Financial Assistance and Policy Frameworks in Driving Market Growth in India
Abstract: India's rooftop solar (RTS) sector has experienced significant growth, aligning with the nation's commitment to sustainable energy. This paper explores the growth trajectory of the rooftop solar sector, particularly focusing on the domestic category in Indian states, where government initiatives and financial support from both the Central Government (Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, MNRE) and state governments have played crucial role in promoting adoption. Over the years, improvements to …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 65–81 Read article
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Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting in Urban Areas of India
Abstract: Water is very important for survival of every human being. India is blessed with adequate rainfall. It is estimated that rainwater captured from 1-2 percent of India’s land can provide water to 950 million persons at 100 liters per person per day. With the development and growth of urban population, the paved area and roof area is also increasing and this situation is ideal for implementing rainwater harvesting techniques. This …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 10–21 Read article
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Layout Optimization of PV Arrays on Building Rooftop: Influence of Geographical Location and Weather Conditions
Abstract: The paper describes a methodology to determine whether or not a tilted PV array works better than a horizontal one on top of a building roof. Vertical and horizontal positioning of the PV panels for tilted PV array has been considered. The method is based on the maximum number of PV panels that can be installed on specific building rooftop surface and calculates the energy generated by the PV array,comparing …
Published in International Journal of Embedded Systems and Emerging Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 13–25 Read article
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Investigating the integration of renewable energy systems in buildings and their impact on energy consumption
Abstract: Energy consumption in a building conventionally utilizes non-renewable resources that affect the ecosystem. The increase in usage of non-renewable energy increases carbon footprint, greenhouse gas emissions, global warming, and depletion of energy resources. Renewable energy resources can significantly reduce the impacts caused by non-renewable energy resources in a building. The issues that need to be kept in mind while designing energy-efficient buildings are the reduction of energy consumption originating from …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Towards Net Zero: Retrofitting Commercial Halls for IGBC Compliance
Abstract: This paper outlines an integrated energy-efficient retrofitting framework for Shyamvadi, a 10,000 sq. ft. commercial party hall in Junagadh, Gujarat, targeting IGBC Existing Building certification. The retrofit scope included the deployment of a 34.8 kW rooftop solar PV system, LED lighting upgrades, BEE 5-star-rated inverter HVAC units, envelope insulation using reflective coatings and PUF panels, and IoT-based energy monitoring. Baseline and post-retrofit performance data were analysed to quantify energy savings, …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Comparison of Payback Period and Return on Investments for Industrial Scale Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation Plant Considering Net Metering and Gross Metering
Abstract: Photovoltaic power generation plants have become highly popular in recent years, especially in the last decades with the various financial benefits and government incentives provided to domestic, commercial, agricultural, and industrial applications. Net metering and gross metering are the two methods normally employed by distribution companies to register the energy generated by photovoltaic power plant installers. This paper explores both the ideas of metering, for an industrial scale 100-kW rooftop …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Harvesting and Managing Rainwater
Abstract: Rainfall harvesting, or RWH, is the practice of gathering and holding onto rainfall rather than allowing it to run off. This water is typically gathered from surfaces like rooftops and redirected into tanks, cisterns, wells, aquifers, or reservoirs that allow it to percolate and replenish groundwater. Additionally, dew and fog can be captured using nets or similar devices. Unlike stormwater harvesting, which collects runoff from various surfaces, RWH focuses on …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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The Efficacy of Public Realms in Indian Context
Abstract: Public realms are defined as places that are open or accessible to the general people. Roads, footpaths, courtyards, green parks, and ghats are typically considered public spaces. The beginning and completion period for any task is a tedious interaction with the public. Most of these kinds of spaces are usually designed keeping human psychology in mind as they contribute to the city fabric and enhance the user’s experience. Without these …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 49–59 Read article
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The Eiffel Tower: Precursor to the 21st C. Public Park
Abstract: As a landscape architect, I am investigating the three-dimensional nature of the Eiffel Tower; as a symbol of Paris, the Tower is both an infrastructural wonder and a three-dimensional public park. It is a landscape of layers and depth: providing framed views of the city on the ground, orienting one from miles away in all directions, elevating one far above the rooftops of Paris, and granting a bird’s eye view …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Study of Vertical Greenery System as Passive Approach for Sustainable Design
Abstract: With rapid urbanization and population growth, the use of land for construction of residential, industrial areas and other infrastructure is resulting in microclimate deterioration and air pollution. Due to urbanization, the urban heat island effect has become a serious problem. Urban greenery is attracting an increased attention as the mitigation against urban thermal environment. Subsequently, greenery has turned into a key component of urban change and the outer surfaces of …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 51–57 Read article
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Rainwater Collection System in Urban Areas
Abstract: Rainwater harvesting involves the collection and storage of rainwater into the natural reservoirs or artificial reservoirs in order to prevent the surface water runoff. Rainwater harvesting is a process of collecting and storing rainwater for using it as a backup supply of freshwater to meet everyday domestic and agricultural requirements, especially when water becomes scarcely available. There are several methods by which we can collect rainwater flowing from our rooftops, …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Design Procedure and Criteria Used in Vertical Gardens and Green Roof Constructions
Abstract: A vertical garden also known as living wall or green wall is an independent vertical garden attached to exterior or interior walls of a building. In vertical gardens, various types of modular panels can be used along with geo-textile fabrics, growing media, irrigation systems, and plants. Living walls are mainly appropriate for cities, as they permit good use of obtainable vertical surface areas. The living wall could also function for …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 53–78 Read article
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Performance analysis of solar photovoltaic system installed in Poornima University, Jaipur,Rajasthan
Abstract: This paper presents the analysis of results obtained from continuous monitoring of a 100 kWp solar photovoltaic system installed on the rooftop of academic building, Poornima University, Jaipur, Rajasthan (26.90˚ N and 75.80˚ E). The system was monitored between 3rd April, 2016 and 30th April, 2016. The energy generated was fed into the existing power grid and the respective building loads through SMA inverters. Daily, monthly performance parameters of the …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Microwaves-Impact on our living!
Abstract: Electromagnetic Field (EMF) radiation is the flow of photons through space. Each photon contains a certain amount of energy, and the different types of radiations are defined by the amount of energy found in the photons. The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of EM radiation. X-rays used in hospitals or the radio waves from a radio station are all part of this spectrum. Even when a building …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 20–22 Read article