Solar Facade and Thermal Energy Storage For Zero Carbon Buildings

Idea: SoFanTES reimagines zero-emission buildings (ZEB) by seamlessly integrating a solar facade, high-efficiency HVAC, and thermal energy storage (TES) into a single, scalable solution. The system with solar façade technology offers an energy-efficient building envelope as well as economical and easy thermal energy storage. The same system can also be used for summer cooling with evaporative cooling. The innovative aspect of the technology lies in its ability to correlate thermal energy, which can be stored according to specific climatic conditions and building types, with the façade surface area. This inherent “scalability” allows TES (Thermal Energy Storage) systems and ZEB buildings to be easily designed, taking into account climatic conditions, solar radiation and façade-related factors such as heat loss. It also allows design and operation processes to be carried out with digital tools such as BIM (Building Information Modeling) and digital twin. As a result, SoFanTES offers tailored solutions for a wide range of climates and building types (both new buildings and old buildings undergoing renovation). Objective: To create a commercially viable and scalable ZEB or (NZEB) system that maximizes solar energy utilization, minimizes fossil fuel dependence, and delivers superior thermal comfort.
Significant renewable energy use: By capturing and storing solar energy within the solar facade (or Solar Panels PV etc.), we aim to meet a substantial portion of winter heating needs with renewable energy, even in cold climates.
Reduced energy consumption: The integrated TES system optimizes energy use by storing excess solar energy for later use, minimizing reliance on conventional energy sources.
Enhanced thermal comfort: The solar facade provides efficient heating and cooling, ensuring consistent and comfortable temperatures for building occupants year-round.
Scalable ZEB design: SoFanTES offers a modular and adaptable solution that can be applied to various buildingtype