A Review Paper: Enhancement of the Performance of PV Systems by Evaporative and Water-Cooling Methods

Alrashedy, Ayman Esam; Abdelmohsen, Hesham Sayed; Abdelrahman, Ahmed Rekaby; Abdelhady, Salama

doi:10.21608/ijaes.2025.343862.1031

	A Review Paper: Enhancement of the Performance of PV Systems by Evaporative and Water-Cooling Methods
International Journal of Applied Energy Systems
Volume 7, Issue 2, July 2025, Page 21-35 PDF (2.2 MB)
Document Type: Review articles
DOI: 10.21608/ijaes.2025.343862.1031
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Authors
Ayman Esam Alrashedy ¹; Hesham Sayed Abdelmohsen²; Ahmed Rekaby Abdelrahman³; Salama Abdelhady ⁴
¹Mechanical Power Department, Faculty of Energy Engineering, Aswan University, Egypt
²Department of Mechanical Power Engineering, Faculty of Energy Engineering, Aswan University
³Faculty of Energy Engineering
⁴Head of Renewable Energy Department Faculty of Energy Engineering Aswan University
Abstract
The efficiency of photovoltaic systems is significantly affected by operating temperatures, which can lead to considerable energy losses, particularly in high-irradiance regions. Despite advancements in photovoltaic technology, excessive heat buildup remains a major challenge, reducing power output and system longevity. Various cooling techniques have been explored to mitigate thermal effects; however, there is still a gap in understanding the comparative effectiveness of different methods, particularly in extreme environmental conditions. This paper aims to address this gap by evaluating and recommending two promising cooling strategies: evaporative cooling and water cooling. Evaporative cooling leverages the natural heat absorption of water evaporation to reduce panel temperatures efficiently, making it particularly suitable for hot and arid climates. Water cooling, on the other hand, directly dissipates heat through fluid circulation, offering higher efficiency gains and potential integration with hybrid photovoltaic-thermal systems. By analyzing the benefits and practical implementation of these techniques, this study provides valuable insights into optimizing photovoltaic system performance and extending operational lifespan. Future research should focus on refining these methods for large-scale applications while assessing their economic and environmental viability.
Keywords
Review; PV cooling; evaporative cooling; water cooling; Efficiency


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