Analysis of electrical energy and crop production in greenhouse solar energy systems

This thesis focuses on photovoltaic greenhouse systems within the broader context of agrivoltaic systems and emphasizes key elements of photovoltaic modeling. The study has two main objectives: The first is to explore various modeling approaches related to greenhouse-type solar energy systems; the second is to develop a practical and effective model capable of estimating energy consumption, efficiency analysis, and energy production within photovoltaic greenhouses. The first part of the thesis reviews common types of greenhouse solar energy systems in Europe, along with their definitions and application examples, and subsequently provides a comprehensive summary of relevant modeling approaches. The second part examines a practical application of a selected greenhouse solar energy prototype system and analyzes its performance. Model validation and data analysis are presented in the final section of the thesis, using the PvSyst software. Despite certain challenges, this study offers a feasible alternative to the more complex and resource-intensive methods currently used in agrivoltaics.