Technical Sessions are composed of presenters who have submitted an abstract and final technical paper. There are both oral technical sessions and poster technical sessions. Sessions are created by the Technical Review Committees as part of their Technical Review process. Technical Presenters are required to write a paper. Papers are published in the conference proceedings.

Technical Sessions will be scheduled when we receive all final papers. We are anticipating that we will post the technical session schedule by the end of May.

Click on a topic (left column) or a Session Name (center and right columns) to see titles and authors of papers to be presented.

Building Analysis
Investigating the Potential for Local Carbon Emission Reductions: Developing a GIS-Based Domestic Energy, Carbon Counting and Reduction Model (Decorum)
R. Gupta, Oxford Brookes University, United Kingdom
An Energetic-Economic Optimization Model for the Design of Office Buildings
A. Yezioro, ISES member, Israel
Solar and Daylight Performance of a Building with Glass Roof and Multilateral Glass Shading System
J. Varodompum and M. Navvab, The University of Michigan, USA
Solar, Daylighting and Airflow Performance of a Botanical Garden
M. Navvab and J. Varodompum, The University of Michigan, USA
Design and Evaluation of Solar DHW and Floor Heating House in Mild Climate Region
M. Udagawa, Kogakuin University, Japan
Beam: Shedding Light on Building Performance Education
I. Elzeyadi, University of Oregon, USA

Building-Integrated Photovoltaics
Management Aspects of Photovoltaic Exploitation - Results From a Major European BIPV Initiative
H. Faninger-Lund, SOLPROS, Finland
PV Performance Losses Due to Higher Temperatures in Building Integration
J. McCabe, Energy Ideas, LLC, USA
Experimental and Numerical Results for a BIPV System
L. Liao and K. Park, Concordia University and Y. Poissant, Natural Resources Canada, Canada
Multifunctional, Transparent PV-Façade for the Energetic Rehabilitation of an Office Building in Barcelona
T. Masseck, CISol Solar Research Centre ETSAV, Spain
Existing Avenues to Encourage Building Integrated Photovoltaic Installations in New York City
A. Pereira and C. Lampkin, altPOWER, Inc., USA
Ex-BIPV - Exploring the Concepts of Tomorrow
K. Hermstad, SINTEF Architecture and Building Technology, Norway

Comfort and Thermal Performance
Evaluation of Thermal Comfort in a School Building Using the Humidex Index
L. Sandoval-Alvarez, Universidad de Colima and O. Bandala-López, Instituto Tecnológico de Colima, Mexico
A Humanistic Approach to Building Design, to Achieve Comfort and Optimize Building Energy Use.
S. Narayan and M. McClintock, Arup, USA
Improving Energy Efficiency and Temperature Control in a Passive-Solar Housing Development
P. Gurian, Drexel University and S. Cook, University of Texas at El Paso, USA
Energy-Saving Apartments in a Semiarid Region in Argentina
G. Lesino and S. Flores Larsen, INENCO - Universidad Nacional de Salta - CONICET and A. Beascochea, Universidad Nacional de La Pampa, Argentina
Research on Thermal Environment and Residents' Control Behaviors of Floor Heating System in Korea
C. Chun and N. Bae, Yonsei University, Korea (South)
Overheating in a Building and Post Occupancy Design Intervention Using a Simulation Tool
V. Koti and V. Lerum, Arizona State University, USA

Daylighting Examples
The Role of Daylighting in LEED Certification: a Comparative Evaluation of Documentation Methods
S. Ubbelohde, University of California, Berkeley, USA
The Influence of Atrium Orientation on the Daylight Performance in an Office Building
E. Giovannopoulou, R. Knowles and T. Spiegelhalter, University of Southern California, USA
Comparison of the Daylighting Components in Three Simulation Programs
V. Sami and T. Khoo, Lord, Aeck and Sargent Architecture, USA
Daylight in Schools: Smith Middle School Chapel Hill, N.C.
J. Zubizarreta, Innovative Design and P. Morante, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA
Microclimatic Impact: Glare Around the Walt Disney Concert Hall
M. Schiler, University of Southern California, USA

Daylighting Systems
Automated Assessment of Sunlight Penetration Within Scale Models and Bidirectional Light Distribution Functions of Materials: the Heliodome Project
M. Andersen, C. Browne and S. Kleindienst and M. Culpepper, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA
Assessment of Luminance Distribution Using HDR Photography
L. Beltran, Texas A&M University, USA
Study on Calibration Method for Direct Mirror Sunlighting System
T. Fujisawa and S. Ohya, Kanagawa Institute of Technology, Japan
Low Cost Dish Concentrator/Tracker Development for Hybrid Lighting
R. Taylor, Science Applications International Corp., USA
New Designs in Active Daylighting:
L. Kinney, G. Cler and J. Hutson, Synertech Systems Corporation, USA

Materials and Components
Thermal Mass and PV System Benefits with TOU Rates Structure
A. Bhargava and B. Baccei, ConSol, BIRA (Building Industry Research Alliance), USA
Climate and Latitude Effects for BIPV Shade Elements
J. Henson, Kyocera Solar, USA
Comparing Horizontal and Tilted Photovoltaic Arrays
R. Swenson, OilCrisis.com, USA
The Holographic Planar Concentrator: a New Technology for the BIPV Market
S. Al-Hallaj and E. Savona, Illinois Institute of Technology and C. Han, Pima County Community College, USA

Passive Architecture Examples
The Vele Approach: Energy Saving and Summer Overheating Control
O. Pagani and F. Cassaro, Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Thermal Mass Benefits for Integral Solar Design in Production Homes
A. Bhargava and R. Hammon, ConSol, BIRA (Building Industry Research Alliance), USA
Solar Orientation Impacts in Production Home Communities
A. Bhargava and B. Baccei, ConSol, BIRA (Building Industry Research Alliance) and M. Mrohs, GE Energy, BIRA, USA
Fine Arts Pavilion At the University of Nevada, Las Vegas: the Beauty of Green Design
A. Fernandez-Gonzalez, University of Nevada - Las Vegas, USA
Learning At the Library: Hood River, Oregon
W. Grondzik, Architectural Engineer, USA
Passive Solar Buildings in a Temperate Climate in Argentina
G. Lesino and S. Flores Larsen, INENCO - Universidad Nacional de Salta - CONICET and A. Beascochea, Universidad Nacional de La Pampa, Argentina

Passive Architecture in Perspective
5,000 Years of Passive Solar Architecture in a Hot Arid Climate
M. Schiler, University of Southern California, USA
The Preservation of Historic Thermal Environmental Systems
N. Rajkovich, Cornell University, USA
The Interstitium and the Ritual Use of Space
R. Knowles, University of Southern California, USA
Kahn in the Tropics
Z. Ali, BRAC University, Bangladesh
Site Organization in Karst Region as a Function of Insolation
Z. Kristl, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia

Passive Cooling Analysis
KeepCool - an Integrated Planning Tool for the Reduction and the Prevention of Air Conditioning in Office Buildings
F. Heidt, University of Siegen, Germany
Creating a Computerized Tool to Predict the Efficiency of a Down-Draft Cooling Tower
G. Pde, Arizona State University, USA
Effects of Smart Shading and Ventilation on Thermal Comfort Inside a Test Cell
P. La Roche, California State Polytechnic University Pomona, USA
Vegetation, Bioclimatic Design and Passive Cooling- Applications for Higher Density and Larger Scale
S. Sandifer, UCLA, USA
Testing and Modeling Evaporative Passive Cooling Systems in a Hot Humid Climate - Maracaibo
E. Gonzalez Cruz, Universidad del Zulia, Venezuela

Passive Cooling Examples
Abstract of Night Ventilation and Active Cooling Coupled Operation in the Large Supermarkets in Cold Climates of China
L. Wu, Z. Jianing and W. Zhaojun, Harbin Institute of Technology, China
The Impact of Fixed Shading Devices on the Thermal and Visual Performance of the Electrochromic Windows in a Commercial Building
A. Tavil, Istanbul Technical University, Turkey and S. Selkowitz, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA
Study on the Impact on Controlled Evaporative Cooling for a Building Roof for Heat Load Reduction of a Working Space in the Tropical Climate Zone
S. Neogi and K. Palit, Dankook University Hannam, Korea (South)
The Analysis of an Integrated Cool Tower-Wind Scoop Configuration for A
T. Narayan, Arizona State University, USA
Comparing Performance of Three Passive Cooling Systems in Maracaibo
B. Givoni, UCLA, Israel

Roles of the Roof
Sustainable Roof Tops and Energy Performance - a Case Study
T. Leonard, Prairie Technologies and ERSystems, USA
White Roof Turning Green
V. Lerum, Arizona State University, USA
Simulation of a Roof Integrated Solar Heating System with PCM Thermal Storage
E. Halawa and F. Bruno, University of South Australia, Australia
Characterization of a Roof Integrated Solar Air Collector
M. Belusko and F. Bruno, University of South Australia, Australia
Special Greenhouse for Walnut Grafting in Arid Regions
G. Lesino and S. Flores Larsen, INENCO, Universidad Nacional de Salta-Conicet and A. Iriarte and C. Matias, INENCO Catamarca - Universidad Nacional de Catamarca, Argentina

Thermal Integration
Architectural Integration of Solar Thermal Collectors: Results of an European Survey
M. Munari Probst, C. Roecker and A. Schüler, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne, Switzerland
Solar Systems with Facade-Integrated Collectors
T. Matuska, Czech Technical University in Prague, Czech Republic
Mathematical Analysis of Profiled Cladding Products as a Source of Solar Heat and Passive Ventilation for Large Buildings
E. Stevenson and P. Jones, Welsh School of Architecture and V. John, Corus Group, United Kingdom
The Application of a Validated Numerical Model to Predict the Energy Conservation Potential of Using Phase Change Materials in a Building's Fabric
M. Huang, University of Ulster at Jordanstown, United Kingdom
Economic Analysis of the Cost Effectiveness of Passive Solar Heating Strategies in the Midwest of the United States
A. Fernandez-Gonzalez, University of Nevada - Las Vegas, USA
System Integration Through Design
S. Dent, University of New Mexico, USA

Toward Zero Net Energy
BEOPT: Software for Identifying Optimal Building Designs on the Path to Zero Net Energy
C. Christensen, National Renewable Energy Lab; A. Courtney and T. Givler, University of Colorado and G. Barker, Mountain Energy Partnership, USA
Setting a New Standard - the Zero Energy Home Experience in California
M. Keesee, Sacramento Municipal Utility District, USA
A Review of Low and Zero Energy Homes
R. Charron, Concordia University and Y. Poissant, CANMET Energy Technology Centre - Varennes, Canada
Toward a Zero Net Energy Office Facility in the Northeastern U.S.
J. Hackler, The Woods Hole Research Center, USA
Quantitative and Qualitative Evaluation of the Solar Decathlon Home
M. Navvab and J. Varodompum, The University of Michigan, USA

Building Energy Analysis
Sustainable Design for "ESRA"; an Envelope Systems Research Apparatus
N. Chalfoun, University of Arizona, USA
Effective Absorption Coefficient Evaluation of a Sunspace and the Adjacent Room in the Mediterranean Climate
G. Oliveti and S. Ruffolo, University of Calabria, Italy
Design Challenges for Cost Savings in Low-Cost Public Housing in the Southwest Us
R. Boehm, Center for Energy Research, USA
Solar Radiation Effects in Common Use Ceilings in Mexico
E. M Orales de la Pena, Centro de Investigaciones y Estudios de Posgrado, UNAM and D. Morillón Gálvez, Instituto de Ingeniería, UNAM, Mexico
Simulative and Experimental Investigations of Transient Heat Transfer in a Trombe Wall in Winter
B. Chen, Dalian University of Technology, China
Predicting the Thermal Behavior of Trombe Wall
B. Chen, Dalian University of Technology, China

Building Integrated Solar Thermal Systems
Durable Free Energy Dwellings
D. Wright, ASES Member, USA
A New TRNSYS Model for the Simulation of Ground Heat Exchangers for Passive Heating and Cooling Off Buildings
N. Hfaiedh and C. Bouden, U.R. Energétique des Bâtiments et Systèmes Solaires, Tunisia
Combination of Solar Collectors and Ground Source Heat Pumps for Small Buildings
E. Kjellsson and B. Perers, Lund University, Sweden
Advanced Storage Concepts for Solar Houses and Low Energy Buildings - IEA-SHC Task 32
C. Bales, Dalarna University College, Sweden
Building and Plants: Integrated Design Approach in Mediterranean Climate
M. Bonomi, Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Experimental Investigation of Thermalcirculation Process of Trombe Wall System in a Full Scale Passive Solar House
B. Chen, P. Sun and H. Chen, Dalian University of Technology, China
Trombe Wall System for Poultry Brooding Operation
W. Okonkwo, National Centre for Energy Research and Development, Nigeria
Using of Ground Thermal Storage System in Iranian Buildings
A. A'zami, Tabriz Islamic Azad University, Iran

Building-Integrated Photovoltaics
Building Integration of Photovoltaics Criteria - BIPV Schemes for Architects
S. Krawietz, University of Rome, Italy
The Experimental Study on the Application of the PV System in the Curtain Wall
M. Oh, Dankook University, Korea (South)

Daylighting
Towards Green Buildings in the U.A.E: Daylight Performance in Selected Buildings in Dubai
M. Aboulnaga, Dubai University College, United Arab Emirates
Evaluation of Luminous Efficacy Models of Solar Radiation for the Northeast of Brazil
C. Tiba, E. de S. Barbosa and R. de Melo, Depto de Energia Nuclear - UFPE, Brazil
Developing a New Method for Higher Level of Realism in Environmental Modeling and Daylight Simulation of Urban Environments
F. Nikiforiadis, The University of Sheffield, United Kingdom
Analysis of the Indoor Daylight Performance of a Light-shelf System
Y. Cho, Korea Institute of Energy Research, Korea

Materials and Components
Photocatalytic Windows for Solar-Assisted Air Purification and Self-Cleaning Surfaces
M. Leung and W. Ching, The University of Hong Kong, China
Structure-Property-Correlations of Polymer Films for Transparent Insulation and Greenhouse Applications
G. Wallner, University of Leoben and Polymer Competence Center Leoben and R. Lang, University of Leoben, Austria
A Sensitivity Study of BIPV Design Factors on Electricity Generation
J. Kim, Korea Institute of Energy Research, Korea (South)
Harmonisation of Solar Radiation and Outside Temperature Impact in Building with Fuzzy Logic Control
A. Krainer and B. Zupan?i?, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia
Impact of Colors on External Facade of Structures for Heat Flow Analysis.
S. Neogi and A. Ghosh, Jadavpur University, India
The Techno/Social History of an Idea: Moveable Insulation
H. Hay, USA
Experiments on the Heat Transfer Performance of Transparent Cover with Curved Surface
C. Ning and H. Chuncen, China University of Mining and Technology, China
Optical Constants of Vo2 Thermochromic Film and Design of Solar Energy Control Window
M. Tazawa, G. Xu and K. Yoshimura, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Japan
Performance of a Cellulose Triacetate Polymer Film Based Transparent Insulation Wall Heating System
G. Wallner, University of Leoben and Polymer Competence Center Leoben; H. Hegedys, Planungsbüro Hegedys-Haas and H. Schobermayr, Dr. Schobermayr Kunststofftechnik and R. Lang, University of Leoben, Austria

Passive and Low Energy Architecture
Importance of Passive Solar Design for Cyprus
P. Lapithis, Intercollege, Design Department, Cyprus
Housing Comparison Between Charleston, South Carolina and Changsha, China
Y. Long, North Carolina State University, USA
Study on Operation Pattern of Coupled Traditional Heating (Chinese Kang) and Passive Solar Heating in Rural Residence in Cold Region of China
B. Chen, X. Jia, Z. Zhuang and W. Yang, Dalian University of Technology, China
A Solar School Building in a Temperate Region in Argentina
G. Lesino and S. Flores Larsen, INENCO, Universidad Nacional de Salta-Conicet and A. Beascochea, Universidad Nacional de La Pampa, Argentina
Environmental Features of the Early Modernist Buildings in Brazil: Precedents for Bioclimatic Design in the Tropics
R. Tenorio, University of Auckland, New Zealand
Passive Houses: Achievable Concepts for Low CO2 Housing
H. Kaan, Energy Research Centre of the Netherlands (ECN), Netherlands
Passive Solar Design Considerations for Cyprus
P. Lapithis, Intercollege, Design Department, Cyprus
Climate Sensitive Approach for Sustainability in Mediterranean Climate: an Experimental Case Study in Lodi
O. Pagani, Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Sustainable Requalification of Social Housing: a Didactic Experience in Rome
C. Frazzoni and M. Olivetti, Università di Roma Tre, Italy
The Meyer Children Hospital: Energy Conscious Design. The Italian Experience
M. Sala, Università degli Studi di Firenze, Italy
The Gwinnett County Environmental & Heritage Center -Using Grey Water to Offset Cooling Loads
V. Sami, Lord Aeck and Sargent Architecture, USA

Passive Cooling
Study on Ventilation Patterns of a New Trombe Wall for Passive Cooling
B. Chen, H. Chen and X. Jia, Dalian University of Technology, China
Ceramic Coolers for Building Passive Cooling
L. Shao, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom
Examination About the Cooling Effect of the Outer Surface of a Building on the Outdoor Thermal Environment By Wind Tunnel Experiment
S. Yoon, Building Research Institute, Japan

Thermal Comfort and Performance
Using of Electrochromic Windows Controlling the Thermal Comfort of Rooms
A. Donath, Brandenburg Technical University Cottbus, Germany
Thermal Performance Assessment of 1st Phase Zero Energy Solar House in Korea
J. Yoon, Hanbat National University, Korea (South)
Evaluation of Outdoor Thermal Environment Considering the Effect of Solar Radiation and Atmospheric Radiation
Y. Shiraishi, The University of Kitakyushu and J. Nakano, Waseda University, Japan

Sustainable Communities & Policies
Streams in Isfahan
S. Khodabakhshi, Azad University (Khorasgan Branch), Iran
Atitlan
J. Cardona, The Nature Conservancy, Guatemala; D. Ley, Sandia National Laboratories, USA and M. Molina and E. Secaira, The Nature Conservancy, Guatemala
The Project Göteborg 2050: Working with Visions of Solar City Göteborg 2050
E. Lowendahl, Chalmers University of Technology and H. Eek, Göteborg Energi AB, Sweden
Energy Considerations on the City and the Buildings, Based in the Sustainable Development. Case S.M. De Tucumán
G. Gonzalo, S. Ledesma and V. Nota, Universidad Nacional de Tucumán, Argentina
Solar Energy in Service of Faith-Based Organizations: Harvesting More Than Energy From Solar Power
G. Wolfson, Solar Alternatives, USA
Promotion of Sustainable Forms of Renewable Energy Key to Poverty Eradication Strategies Among Poor People in Rural Areas of Kenya - a Call for Support
J. Ndegwa, Rural Friends Kenya, United Kingdom

Sustainable Design
Tools for the Mitigation of Urban Heat Island
H. Bryan and P. Antia, Arizona State University, USA
Building Zero Energy Solar Homes for Low Income Families in Chicago
A. Hathaway, II, Environmental Resources Trust, USA
Photovoltaics as a Tool for the Preservation of Fragile Environments
C. Abbate, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Italy
Beyond Zero Energy Homes
S. Heckeroth, Ovonic Solar, USA
Sustainability for Developing Countries Based on Standards for Developed Countries
A. Deshmukh, Farnsworth Group, Inc, USA

Sustainable Design Case Studies
The Extreme Climate Housing of Kst-Hokkaido: the Petchka as a Ventilation Device.
J. Wasley, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA
Artists for Humanity Epicenter: a Successful Model for the Sustainable Design Process
M. Kelley, The Hickory Consortium, USA
Milagro
N. Chalfoun, University of Arizona, USA
Efficiencies in Low-Cost Housing in South Africa
A. Barker, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa
Results From Hospitals - Exemplar European Health Care Buildings - Case Studies From 5 European Demonstration Projects
O. Joergensen, Esbensen Consulting Engineers A/S, Denmark
Tri-Generation as a Modern Option of Energy Conservation in Buildings
D. Chwieduk, Polish Academy of Sciences, Poland; R. Critoph, University of Warwick, UK; C. Malvicino, Centro Ricerche Fiat, Italy and G. Restuccia, CNR Instituto di Technologie Avanzate per l'Energia, Italy

Sustainable Rural Electrification
The Solar Electrification of Remote Inaccessible Villages: the Barefoot Approach
B. Roy, The Barefoot College, India
The Green Empowerment Development Model for Off-Grid Renewable Energy Projects
S. Kassels, W. Ratterman and A. Garwood, Green Empowerment, USA
Social Aspects and Impacts of Rural PV Electrification in Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
J. Green, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
The Role of Governance in the Sustainability of Community Owned and Operated Rural Energy Systems
T. Wilson, Sandia National Laboratories and A. Romero Paredes, Ecoturismo y Nuevas Tecnologías S.A. de C.V., USA
Photovoltaic for Sustainable Livelihoods in the Off-Grid Areas of Bangladesh
A. Firoz, University of Oldenburg, Germany and J. Aman and M. Islam, Bangladesh Institute of Physics, Bangladesh
Native American Sustainable Energy Systems - Navajo Solar Electric Case Study
S. Begay-Campbell, J. Coots, C. Brooks and B. Mar, Sandia National Laboratories, USA

Sustainable Urban Planning
The Renaissance of Solar Cities: From Time to Space
S. Los, IUAV, Italy
A Method for the Design of Solar Communities Keeping Solar Rights
T. Bleiberg, A. Yezioro and E. Shaviv, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Israel
Urban Planning Recommendations for the Implementation of Active Solar Systems
G. Lopez and M. Villanueva, SODEAN (Sociedad para el Desarrollo Energetico de Andalucia), Spain
The Growing Need for Solar-Access Zoning
R. Knowles, University of Southern California, USA

Sustainable Design
LEED and Wind At the BLM Rawlins Field Office Building
R. Azerbegi, RMH Group / Colorado Renewable Energy Society, USA

Sustainable Development
The Production Peaks in Petroleum and Natural Gas: Information, Misinformation, Awareness, and Implications
R. Swenson, OilCrisis.com, USA

Performance Evaluation Techniques and Tools
Performance of Flat-Plate Collectors with Two-Positional Active Tracking
T. Tomson, Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia
Investigation and Comparison of Different Model Equations for Unglazed Collectors
K. Vajen and C. Jipp, Kassel University, Germany
Low Cost Options for Solar Hot Water Collectors in Freezing Climates
C. Maurer, NC Solar Center; W. Bostic, Envirosafe Technologies and D. Fucella, NC Polymers Center of Excellence, USA
Mechanical Performance of Polymer Tubes Intended for Use in Solar Heat Exchangers
S. Mantell and A. Freeman, University of Minnesota, USA
Infrared Camera Use for the Temperature Measurement
R. Frederic, Universite de CORSE, France
Using Uncertainty Analysis to Assess the Results of the Quasi Dynamic Collector Test Under Outdoor Conditions En 12975
M. Kratzenberg, S. Colle, A. Albertazzi and S. Güths, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Brazil

Progress in Colector Design and Material
Limiting Stagnation Temperatures in Flat-Plate Solar Collectors
S. Harrison and L. Mesquita, Queen's University, Canada
Solar Air Collector - Development and Optimization of Existing Elements for Facades
F. Spaete and U. Stuckmann, FH Aachen, Solar-Institut Juelich; B. Hoekstra Bonnema, Corus Building Systems and W. Fryn, Fischer Profil GmbH, Germany
Single Cathode Sputtered Selective Solar Absorbing Surfaces
Z. Yin, Tsinghua University, China
Sol-Gel Deposition and Optical Characterization of Multilayered Silicon Oxide//Titanium Silicon Oxide Mixed Oxide Thin Films on Solar Collector Glasses
A. Schuler, E. De Chambrier and J. Scartezzini, Ecole Polytechnique de Lausanne EPFL and P. Oelhafen, Institute of Physics, University of Basel, Switzerland
The Novel Solar Water Heating By Means of Thermoelectric Modules
S. Maneewan and S. Chindaruksa, Naresuan University and J. Waewsak, Thaksin University, Thailand
Experimental and Theoretical Optimization of a Three Layer Solution Chemically Derived Spectrally Selective Solar Absorber
T. Bostrom, Uppsala University, Sweden

Vacuum Collectors
Long Term Performance and Reliability of Two Evacuated Collectors
W. Duff, Colorado State University, USA
Numerical Investigations of an All Glass Evacuated Tubular Collector
L. Jivan Shah, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark
Performance and Reliability Evaluation of the Sacramento Demonstration Novel Imp Solar Collectors
W. Duff, Colorado State University; R. Winston, University of California at Merced; J. O'Gallagher, University of Chicago and J. Bergquam, California State University at Sacramento, USA
Theoretical and Experimental Investigations of Differently Designed Heat Pipe Evacuated Tubular Collectors
L. Jivan Shah, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark
Optimization of a Solar Evacuated Tube Collector Model Using Artificial Neural Networks
P. Jean Philippe, F. Garde and F. Lucas, University of Reunion Island, Reunion Island
Analysis and Research of the Residual Gas in All-Glass Evacuated Collector Tubes
X. Zhou and S. Zheng, Tsinghua Solar Ltd. and G. Dong, Tsinghua University, China

Performance Evaluation Techniques and Tools
Performance Model for Solar Thermal Collectors Taking Into Account Degradation Effects
E. Streicher and H. Müller-Steinhagen, Institut fuer Thermodynamik und Waermetechnik, Germany
Thermal Performance Comparisons of the Glass Evacuated Tube Solar Collectors of Different Absorber Tubes
Y. Kim and T. Beom Seo, Inha University and Y. Heack Kang, Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER), Korea (South)
Test and Simulation of Solar Thermal Collectors With
S. Fischer, University of Stuttgart, Germany
Experimental Investigation of Two-Phase Closed Thermosyphons with a Liquid Retention Structure for SDHWS
S. Abreu and J. Almeida Destri, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Brazil
Design, Construction and Performance Evaluation of a Parabolic Trough Solar Collector for a Developing-Country Application
M. Brooks, Mangosuthu Technikon and T. Harms, University of Stellenbosch, South Africa
Design, Manufacturing and Installation of a Solar Simulator for the Green Laboratory At Pontifícia Universidade Católica De Minas Gerais in Brazil
C. Zahler and A. Häberle, PSE GmbH, Germany

Progress in Collector Design and Material
Solar Thermal Collectors for the Temperature Range of 80° to 250°C
M. Rommel, Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, Germany
Application of Finite-Difference Time-Domain Method to Solar Light Absorption Coating of Al-N Films with Surface Roughness
T. Ishiguro; K. Katazakai and T. Ishiguro, Nagaoka University of Technology, Japan
Socol
J. Garrison, San Diego State University, USA
Study on Two-Phase Heat Transfer Mechanism From Heating Surface of Solar Collector to the Fluid
J. Kim, Korea Institute of Energy Research, Korea (South)
Synthesis and Properties of Solid Solutions on the Zro2-Cao (MGO)-Gd2o3 Systems, Received By the Concentrated Solar Energy.
G. Dilbara, Z. Mars and I. Tamara, Uzbekistan Academie of Sciences, Uzbekistan
Bi-dimensional Study of Heat and Mass Transfer in Adsorption Solar Reactor
E. Aroudam, Department of Physics, Morocco

Vacuum Collectors
Field Demonstration Test of Evacuated Tubular Solar Collector for Industrial Process Heat (IPH)
H. Kwak, Korea Institute of Energy Research, Korea (South)
Thermal Performance Investigation of Conventional and Heat Pipe Flat-Plate Solar Collector
S. Noie, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran

Grid-connected PV System Performance I
Large-Scale Distributed Photovoltaic Power System Schemes
P. Lund, Helsinki University of Technology, Finland
Monitoring Performance of 900 Individual Photovoltaic Systems in Sacramento
O. Bartholomy, Sacramento Municipal Utility District, USA
The Photovoltaic (PV) System Evaluation Project for Consumers and Installers: an Independent Third-Party Evaluation of Available PV System Products
W. Brooks and J. Newmiller, Endecon Engineering, USA
One Megawatt Photovoltaic Plant Completes Twenty Years of Successful Operation
G. Nelson, Sacramento Municipal Utility District, USA
Multi-Year Performance Assessment of Three PV Installation Clusters
S. Wiese, CSGServices, Inc. and L. Moore, Sandia National Laboratories, USA

Grid-connected PV System Performance II
Grid-Connected Photovoltaics in Brazil
R. Ruther and M. Dacoregio, LABSOLAR - Laboratorio de Energia Solar and W. Reguse and P. Knob, LabEEE - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Brazil
California's Self-Generation Incentive Program PV Systems: Measured Performance and Actual Costs
P. Lilly, Itron, Inc. and P. Landry, Southern California Edison, USA
Analysis of PV System Performance Versus Modeled Expectations Across a Set of Identical PV Systems
J. Perlman, Big Apple Solar Installation Commitment (BASIC) and D. Strobino, BASIC/North Carolina State University, USA
Predicting the Performance of Photovoltaic Cells Using a 5-Parameter Model
S. Klein and W. DeSoto, University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA
An Alternative Method to Regression Analysis for PV System STC Rating
C. Sumaoy, Cagayan de Oro Electric Power and Light Company (CEPALCO), Philippines and E. Kern, Jr., Irradiance Inc. and J. Bing, New Energy Options, Inc., USA

PV Applications I
Performance of a Reverse Osmosis System Driven By a Frequency Converter
G. Lima and O. Castro Vilela, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Brazil
Free Equipment Can Cost Dearly to Operate - PV for Jordanian Water Desalinization Case Study
P. McNutt, National Renewable Energy Lab, USA
Water Pumping Performance of a Solar-PV Powered Helical Pump
B. Vick, USDA-ARS, USA
PVP Systems with V-Trough Concentrators. an Economic Evaluation for Irrigation of Grape Crops in the Semi-Arid Region of Brazil
N. Fraidenraich and O. Castro Vilela, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Brazil
Experimental Figures on Photo-Electric Chlorination in Queensland
K. Khouzam, Queensland University of Technology, Australia
Renewable Energy and Disaster Resistant Buildings
W. Young, Jr., Florida Solar Energy Center, USA

PV Applications II
Integrating PV/Thermal Concentrator Systems Into Buildings
I. Tyukhov, VIESH, Russia
Renewable Hydrogen Based Off-Grid Power System - Control System
B. Wood, Utah State University; D. Donovan, Sustainable Energy Solutions, LLC and R. Jacobson, Desert Research Institute, USA
Two Decades of PV Lessons Learned in Latin America
R. Foster, New Mexico State University, USA
Solar Lanterns for Remote Areas
J. Duffy, University of Massachusetts, Lowell, USA

PV Balance-of-Systems
An MPPT Control Method to Acquire the Maximum Power Over All Types of Irradiations Variously Changing with Weather Conditions
N. Mutoh and T. Inoue, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Technology, Japan
Innovative Microinverter for the Ac PV Building Block Or Ac Modules
W. Bower, Sandia National Laboratories and R. West, Distributed Power, USA
Review of PV Inverter Technologies
D. Wang, Hsicnchu Research Center, Sysgration Ltd. and Y. Tzou, National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan
Quantitative Design and Implementation of Two-Stage Grid-Connected PV Inverter with DSP-Based Controller
S. Chiang, National United University and K. Chai, Sysgration LT and Y. Tzou, National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan
Characterization and Measuring in Test Facilities PV Grid Connected Inverters
M. Castro, A. Colmenar and J. Carpio, UNED and R. Jimenez, University of Cadiz, Spain

Solar Cell Materials & Manufacturing
Design of Hydrogenated Nanoamorphous Silicon Film (Na-Si:H) with Graded Varying Band Gap in P-I-N Solar Cells
H. Yu, Solar Energy Institute; Y. Hong and W. He, Xi'an Jiaotong University and Z. Zhanxia, Shanghai Jiaotong University, China
Review on Quality Control for Advanced Solar Cell Production Lines
P. Vandewalle and S. Wansleben, ICOS GmbH and E. Ruland, GP Solar GmbH, Belgium
New Chlorine-Free Solar-Grade Silicon Technology
S. Dmitry, All-Russian Research Institute for Electrification of Agriculture; E. Belov, Intersolarcenter, Russia and K. Touryan and D. Bleak, National Renewable Energy Lab, USA
PV Module Long-Term Exposure
N. Dhere, V. Hadagali and U. Avachat and P. Vasekar, Florida Solar Energy Center, USA
Aging Mechanisms of Polymeric Films for PV Encapsulation
G. Wallner, University of Leoben, Austria
PV Energy Payback vs PV Input Energy Due to Market Growth
A. Black, REgrid Power, USA

Solar Electric Concentrators
Photovoltaic Hysteresis and Ultra-High Concentration Effects in Multi-Junction Solar Cells with a Tunnel Diode Interconnection
J. Gordon, W. Tassew and D. Feuermann, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel
Prismatic Stationary Concentrators in the Photovoltaic Modules
S. Kivalov, Columbia University Barnard College, USA
A Novel 500 W Photovoltaic Concentrator
S. Vasylyev, S.V.V. Technology Innovations, Inc., USA
A Miniature Concentrating PV System for Distributed Generation
D. Kaftori, DiSP, Israel
A Miniature Building-Integrated Spherical Collector PV System
A. Kribus, M. Arenson and G. Tovarovski, Tel Aviv University and G. Grossman, Technion, Israel

Grid-connected PV System Performance
Fundamental Studies of Electrical Detection of Failed Modules in PV Array
T. Takashima and K. Kato, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan
Economic Analysis of Grid Connected PV Systems in South East Queensland
K. Khouzam, Queensland University of Technology, Australia
Experimental Validation of Algebraic Methods to Predict the Outdoors Electrical Performance of Monocrystalline Silicon PV Modules in Southern Europe Climates
M. Castro, UNED and J. Aguilera and G. Nofuentes, IDEA Research Group - Jaen University, Spain
Characterization of Photovoltaic Modules Via Artificial Neural Network
L. Zarate, D. Alencar Soares and B. Magalhães Nogueira, Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais and A. Sônia Cardoso Diniz, Energy Company of Minas Gerais, Brazil
A 1MW Central Station PV Power Plant in a Developing World Application
J. Bing, New Energy Options, Inc. and E. Kern, Jr., Irradiance Inc., USA
4.872 kW Grid-Connected PV System Results and Testing At Rajamangala University of Technology (RMUT), Thailand
N. Watjanatepin, Rajamangala University of Technology, Thailand
Comparative Analysis of the Influence of the Climatic Conditions in Europe Over the Efficiency of a Photovoltaic Installation Connected to the Grid
G. Lopez, Sociedad para el Desarrollo Energetico de Andalucia - SODEAN and M. Silva, University of Seville, Spain

PV Applications
Amorphous-Silicon Photovoltaic/Thermal Solar Collector in Thailand
T. Nualboonrueng, National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand
Development of Hybrid Photovoltaic-Wind System for Academic Purposes
R. Soler-Bientz, Autonomous University of Yucatan, Mexico
Analysis of a Hybrid Wind Energy Conversion System (WECS), Photovoltaic (PV) Panels and Thermo-Photovoltaic (TPV) Power Generating System
M. Milanese and D. Laforgia, University of Lecce, Italy
Hybrid Solar Generation in the Semi-Arid Northeast of Brazil
E. Barbosa, N. Fraidenraich, R. Oliveira and E. Vieira, Federal University of Pernambuco, Brazil
The Use of Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems in Armenia
G. Ayvazyan, Viasphere Technopark Co., Armenia
Experimental Performance of a Frequency Converter Driving a Motor-Pump on a PV Pumping System
N. Fraidenraich, C. Tiba and O. Castro Vilela, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Brazil
Validated Simulation to Discern the Influence of Pumping Head, Insolation and PV Array Size on PV Water Pumping Systems Performance
I. Odeh, University of Ulster and B. Norton, Dublin Institute of Technology, United Kingdom
Electrification of Villages: a Case Study of Mustung Village Near Quetta (Pakistan)
S. Ilyas and T. Badshah, University of Balochistan, Pakistan
Yearly Results of Project Solar Roof
L. Majdandzic, Croatian Professional Society for Solar Energy, Croatia
Photovoltaic Reincarnation - Using Salvaged PV in the Southface Eco Office
V. Sami, Lord Aeck and Sargent Architecture and C. Benedek, Southface Energy Institute, USA
Application of Wind Tunnel Testing and Finite Element Analysis to Development of A
M. Bowler and M. Huber, Eastwood Energy and M. Lobo, NovaComp Engineering, USA
Disasters: Photovoltaics for Special Needs
W. Young, Jr., Florida Solar Energy Center, USA
Characteristics of PV Power Generation System in Japan
N. Mori, M. Saito, M. Morita and M. Nakamura, Taisei Corporation, Japan
Installing Photovoltaics on California K-12 Schools
K. King, The Rahus Institute, USA

PV Balance-of-Systems
Performances Study of Batteries in a PV Home Lighting System with and Without Charge Controller for Rural Applications.
S. Aaron and J. Ortega-Cruz, Centro de Investigacion en Energia, UNAM, Mexico
Analysis and Comparison of Single-Phase Grid-Connected PV Inverter Topologies
Y. Tzou, National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan
Design and Development of a Electronic Prototype of a Solar Tracker, Using Components Available in the National Market
N. Fraidenraich and O. Castro Vilela, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Brazil
Developing Computational Software to Simulate the Apparent Solar Movement and the Corresponding Shadows on Rectangular Objects
R. Soler-Bientz and F. Gómez-Castro, Autonomous University of Yucatan, Mexico
A Comparative Analysis of Maximum Power Point Tracking Charge Controllers on a Stand Alone PV System
F. Collins, ASES Student Member, USA
Optimal Reliability Design Method for Solar Communication Systems
J. Duffy, U. Mass. Lowell, USA
Modeling and Simulation of Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Power System Using Artificial Neural Network
A. Mellit, M. Benghanem and A. Hadj Arab, Centre Universitaire Yahia Fares de Médéa, Algeria

Solar Cell Materials & Manufacturing
Effect of Magnetic Field on Bifacial Silicon Solar Cell Studied In Modeling: Space Charge Region Width Determination
S. Madougou, Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, Senegal
Optoelectronic Optimisation of SiNx on Silicon Solar Cells
R. Ekai, Moi University, Kenya
Ellipsometric Analysis of Cobalt-Oxide Solar Selective Coatings on Different Substrates
C. Barrera, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Mexico
Effect of Stainless Steel Substrate Roughness and Composition on the Cigs2 Thin Film Solar Cell
A. Kadam, Florida Solar Energy Center, USA
Fabrication of CIGSS Absorber Layers By Rapid Thermal Processing
N. Dhere and J. Shirolikar, Florida Solar Energy Center, USA
Performance Enhancement of CIGSS Absorber Layer on Glass Substrate
A. Kadam and N. Dhere, Florida Solar Energy Center, USA
The Effect of the Growth Rate on Polycrystallinity of Ii-Vi Films in Chemical Vapor Deposition for Use in Solar Cells
T. Razykov, Uzbek Academy of Sciences, Uzbekistan
Gigawatt-Scale Manufacturing of Thin-Film Flexible Cigs Solar Cells and Finished Products - a Plan to Make Photovoltaics a Viable Energy Option
J. Tuttle and J. Lynch, DayStar Technologies, Inc., USA
Economics of Thin Film Solar Technology
T. Maine, Queensland University of Technology and I. Skryabin, Sustainable Technologies International, Australia
The Study of Graded Optical Band Gap (GBG) in Na-Sigh Solar Cells Prepared By PECVD
H. Yu, Solar Energy Institute; H. Wang and H. Yang, Xi'an Jiaotong University and Z. Zhou, Shanghai Jiaotong University, China
Coefficient of Performance of Mono-And Multi- Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Panels
M. Bahadori, Sharif University of Technology, Iran
Preparation of Upper Electrode (Bus Bar and Finger Bar) Mask and Evaporation of Upper Electrode for Space Silicon Solar Cells
H. Yu, Solar Energy Institute; S. Mingqiang, Shanghai Jiaotong University and Y. Hong and W. He, Xi'an Jiaotong University, China

Solar Cooking II
My Twenty Five Years of Experience with Solar Cooking in Costa Rica- Satisfaction and Frustration.
S. Nandwani, Laboratorio de Energia Solar, Costa Rica
Development and Study of a Novel Light-Weight, Low-Cost Solar Cooker
P. Dashora and S. Pareek, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, India
A Novel Versatile Building Material Housing Solar Cooker: Boon for Developing Nations
P. Dashora and M. Gupta, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, India

Solar Cooling and Dehumidification
An Economic and Environmental Study of Liquid Desiccant Solar Air Conditioner
S. Alizadeh and K. Khouzam, Queensland University of Technology, Australia
Effectiveness of Cooling Production with a Combined Power and Cooling Thermodynamic Cycle
C. Martin, University of Florida, USA
Influence of Ejector Geometry on Performance of R134a Vapor Ejector Refrigeration System for Solar Energy Applications
A. Mani, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India
An Improved Multi-Tubular Solar Collector Applied to Absorption Refrigeration
A. Leite, Federal University of Campina Grande; R. Duarte de Andrade and F. Belo, Federal University of Paraíba and F. Meunier, Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers, Brazil
Study on the Design Procedure of the Multi-Cool/Heat Tube System
G. Yoon and M. Okumiya, Nagoya University, Japan

Solar Drying
Low Cost Solar Energy Bed for Control of Pulse Beetle
S. Singal, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, India
Experimental Studies on Solar Forced Convective Evaporation System for Tannery Effluent
A. Mani, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India
Thermal Performance of a Solar Assisted-Biomass Longan Dryer for Drying of Agricultural Products
J. Waewsak, Thaksin University and S. Chindaruksa and C. Punlek, Naresuan University, Thailand

Solar Hot Water I
How Mixing During Hot Water Draw-Offs Influence the Thermal Performance of Small Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems
S. Furbo, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark
Solar Assisted District Heating System in Crailsheim (Germany)
S. Raab and W. Heidemann, University of Stuttgart and H. Mueller-Steinhagen, German Aerospace Center, Germany
Implementation of Taiwanese Standard for Comparing Indian Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems
J. Nayak and S. Joshi, Energy Systems Engineering, India
A Study of Natural Circulation Flow Rate Through Single-Ended Evacuated Tube Solar Collectors
I. Budihardjo and M. Behnia, University of New South Wales, Australia
Experimental and Numerical Evaluation of Solar Water Heaters with Vertical Mantle Heat Exchangers
Y. Soo Too and M. Behnia, The University of New South Wales, Australia

Solar Hot Water II
Solar Water Heating - a Review
F. deWinter, Francis de Winter & Associates, USA
Venting Overheat Protection in Solar Water Heaters
J. Roberts and M. Brandemuehl, University of Colorado at Boulder, USA
DHWCALC: Program to Generate Domestic Hot Water Profiles with Statistical Means for User Defined Conditions
U. Jordan, Kassel University, Germany
Calcium Carbonate Formation on Candidate Polymers for Solar Water Heating Systems
L. Francis and J. Davidson, University of Minnesota, USA
Energy Saving and Electric Energy Peak Reduction Potential During Peak Hours for a Group of Low-Income Residential Consumers of a Brazilian Utility
S. Abreu and S. Colle, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina and W. Reguse, CELESC - Santa Catarina State Utility, Brazil

Solar Hot Water III
Monitoring Results From German Central Solar Heating Plants with Seasonal Storage
T. Schmidt and H. Müller-Steinhagen, Solar- und Wärmetechnik Stuttgart (SWT), Germany
Performance of Unglazed Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems
J. Burch, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, USA
Effectiveness/Suitability of Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera) as a Heat Transfer Fluid and Heat Storage Medium for Solar Thermal Systems
I. Haraksingh, The University of the West Indies, Trinidad and Tobago
Simple Solar Systems for Heating, Hot Water and Cooking in High Altitude Regions with High Solar Radiation
C. Mueller, FH Aachen, Solar-Institut Juelich and H. Kleine-Hering, Ecoandina, Germany
Water Waste Using Freeze Prevention Valves on Direct Solar Water Heating Systems
J. Burch, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, USA

Solar Ponds and Other Thermal Applications I
Cost Effective Solar Thermal Technology for Rural Areas & Small Towns
K. Datye and P. Ashtunkar, Society for Advancement in Renewable Materials & Energy Technology, India
On the Turbidity of a Solar Pond Filled-Up with Bittern and Seawater
W. Sun, M. Xie, H. Pan and L. Huang, Dalian University of Technology, China
Solar Ponds for Production of Fresh Water and Electricity in Salinity Mitigation Schemes
A. Akbarzadeh, RMIT University, Australia and P. Golding, University of Texas at El Paso, USA
Using Porous Media to Improve Solar Pond Stability
M. Safi, Engineering School of Tunis, Tunisia
Solar Autoclave with Hot Oil Heat Transfer From Separate Absorber Plate for Sterilizing Medical Instruments in Remote Health Clinics
R. Komp, Maine Solar Energy Association and A. Salinas, O. Morales and R. Orozco, Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería, Managua, Nicaragua, USA
A Simple Parabolic Concentrator Autoclave
J. Duffy and R. Deschenes, University of Massachusetts, Lowell, USA

Solar Ponds and Other Thermal Applications II
A Combination Solar System Using Unglazed Evaporator-Collector
M. Hawlader, National University of Singapore, Singapore
Buried Pipes for Passive Cooling: Two Cases of Educational Buildings in Argentina
S. Flores Larsen and G. Lesino, INENCO - Universidad Nacional de Salta - CONICET, Argentina
Stagnation Behavior of Solar Thermal Heat-Pipe and Direct-Flow Evacuated Tube Collectors in Closed Loop Systems
B. Bauer and T. Williamson, Thermomax Ltd., United Kingdom
ALB2 - a New Selective Coating
N. Bhowmik, M. Azad, J. Rahman and A. Khan, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh

Solar Thermal Electric I
Feasibility Study of 100mwe Solar Power Plant
D. Sagie, Rotem Industries Ltd., Israel
Eureca: an Advanced European Receiver for Direct Superheated Steam Generation in Solar Towers as an Option for Increasing Efficiency in Large Low Cost Direct Saturated Steam Generation Plants
V. Fernandez-Quero, Solúcar Energía, S.A.; M. Alvarez, CIEMAT/PSA and V. Hernández, Escuela Superior de Ingenieros de Sevilla, Spain
An Experimental Investigation on a Novel Thermodynamic Cycle Powered By Solar Energy Using Carbon Dioxide
H. Yamaguchi, Doshisha University; K. Fujima, Mayekawa MFG. Co., Ltd.; M. Enomoto, Showa Denko K. K. and N. Sawada, Showa Tansan Co., Ltd., Japan
Large-Area Parabolic Dish with Solarized Micro-Turbine
T. Denk, M. Sanchez and M. Romero, Plataforma Solar de Almería-CIEMAT, Spain
Operation of a Hybrid Solar Dish/Stirling System
R. Taylor, Science Applications International Corp., USA

Solar Thermal Electric II
Advanced High-Efficient Solar Turbine System for Electricity and Heat Generation
N. Yamada and H. Nakamura, Tohoku University, Japan
Advanced 3d-Cpc Solar Collector for Thermal Electric System
N. Yamada and J. Kato, Tohoku University, Japan
Layout of Optimized Heliostat Fields
L. Vant-Hull, University of Houston (retired), USA
System Modeling for the Australian Compact Linear Fresnel Reflector
J. Pye, D. Mills and M. Behnia, University of New South Wales, Australia

Solar Cooking
Solar Cooking Kitchen Studies with Building Size Nonimaging Reflectors
J. Goodman, USA
Design, Development and Thermal Performance Evaluation of a Heat Exchanger Unit for SK 14 Parabolic Cooker for Off-Place Cooking
V. Murty, Holkar Science College, Indore, India
Semi Log Plot to Find the Second Figure of Merit and Time Required to Boil Water in Box Type Solar Cookers.
B. Chourasia, Indian institute of Technology Delhi and S. Khan, Aligarh Muslim University, India

Solar Cooling and Dehumidification
Simulation and Thermoeconomic Evaluation of a Solar Assisted Combined Ejector - Vapor Compression Cycle for Cooling Applications
H. Vidal, University of Magallanes, Chile
Experimental Study of an Intermittent Refrigerator System Operating With the Barium Chloride-Ammonia and the Lithium Nitrate-Ammonia Mixtures
C. Rivera, Centro de Investigación en Energía, Mexico
Thermoeconomic Model for a Solar-Powered Zeolite Cooling System
D. Baker, Middle East Technical University, Turkey
Validation of the F - Phi Chart Design Method to Jet Nozzle Cooling Cycles Assisted By Solar Energy
S. Colle, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Brazil and H. Vidal, University of Magallanes, Chile
Development of a Refrigerator By Adsorption With
H. Terres and J. Rodriguez, Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana, Unidad Azcapotzalco and C. Ramos, Instituto de Investigaciones Electricas, Mexico
Study of a Refrigerating Machine with Adsorption Nourished with Solar Energy
C. Wassila, University Mentouri Constantine, Algeria
An Hybrid Solar Thermal and PV Two-Stage Cooling Cycle for Autonomous Ice Production
H. Vidal, University of Magallanes, Chile and R. Demonti, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Brazil
Energy Performance of an Absorption Chiller Supplied By Solar Collectors in Mediterranean Area
N. Arcuri, R. Bruno and A. Mazzuca, University of Calabria, Italy

Solar Hot Water and Thermal Energy Supply
Abstract of Research of Combined Heating and Cooling By Solar Ground-Source Heat Pump
L. Wu and Z. Maoyu, Harbin Institute of Technology, China
Design and Evaluation of Solar DHW System for Multi-Family House
M. Udagawa and Y. Shimoda, Kogakuin University and M. Sato, Systech Environmental Research Laboratory, Japan
Optimization Techniques for Solar Thermal Systems
R. Rahman, PSNA College of Engineering and Technology, India
Outlook of Solar Water Heaters in Taiwan
K. Chang, T. Lee, K. Chung and C. Lee, et. al., National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Use of Solar Water Heater for Domestic Purposes in Winter Season of Under Tropical Country (Sudan
O. Elhussain, Omdurman Islamic University, Sudan
Experimental Study on Air Source Heat Pump Water Heater with Phase Change Thermal Energy Storage
W. Nan, Z. Dong Sheng and L. Chao, South China University of Technology, China
Performance of Heat Pump Water Heater While Changing the Parameter of the Evaporator
W. Nan, South China University of Technology, China
Heat Transfer Correlations in Mantle Tanks
S. Furbo, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark
Michigan Zero Energy Home Designs
C. Snyder, Lawrence Technological University and S. Santoro, Techbuilt, USA
Measurement of Solar Radiant Floor Heating Systems
C. Li and D. Li, Tsinghua Solar Ltd., China
Novel Low Flow Heat Exchanger Design with a Prime Solar Energy System
M. Starkey, Heliodyne, Incorporated, USA
Investigations of Fabric Stratifiers for Solar Tanks
E. Andersen and J. Fan, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark
Investigations of Solar Combi Systems
E. Andersen, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark
Low- Cost Solar Heater for Sanitary Hot Water
P. Camporeale, Study of Bioclimatic Architecture, Argentina
Solar Heating Systems and Recent Developments
F. Mahjouri, Thermo Technologies, USA
Performance of Photovoltaic and Thermal Hybrid Air Collectors
S. Ito, K. Sato and N. Miura, Kanagawa Institute of Technology, Japan

Solar Industrial Process Heat
Adaptation and Validation of a Fin-And-Tube Heat-Exchanger Model for TRNSYS
E. Frank and M. Bail, Kassel University, Germany
30 Years of Industrial Applications of Solar Energy in Banat-Ro-Eu
M. Cristian Calin and L. Ioan, Universitatea Politehnica Timisoara, Romania
Influence of the Mass Flow Rate on the Conical Receiver Thermal Efficiency of a Point Focus Concentrator with an Aperture Angle of 90°
R. Dorantes Rodriguez and C. Estrada Gasca, Centro de Investigación en Energía, UNAM, Mexico

Solar Ponds
The Study of the Zero Gradient Circulates in Solar Pond
C. Jinlong, Ke Yuan New Energy Tech. Development Co. Ltd., China

Solar Thermal Electricity
Thermoeconomic Optimization of a Co-Generation Plant Conjugated to a Jet Nozzle Cooling Cycle Assisted By Solar Energy and Natural Gas
S. Colle, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Brazil
Temperature Distribution Around of an Absorber Tube with Geothermal Brine
I. Martinez Cienfuegos, Engineering Institute, National University of Mexico, Mexico
Floating Solar Chimney: The Link Towards a Solar Future
C. Papageorgiou, NTUA, Greece

Biomass Energy Conversion
An Ultra-High Concentration Solar Central Receiver Plant for the Production of Hydrogen Using a Nonimaging CPC Type Secondary
J. O'Gallagher, University Of Chicago, USA
Co2 Emissions Mitigation Potential of Bagasse Based Cogeneration in India
P. Purohit, Integrated Research and Action for Development (IRADe), India
Rural Electrification Through Biogas
B. Bandyopadhyay, Ministry of Non-Conventional Energy Sources, India

Indirect Solar Applications - Wind, Biomass, Small Hydro
The Role Small Hydro Can Play in Helping to Reduce Deforestation in Ghana
K. Taale, University of Education, Ghana
Performance Analysis Methodology for Small Hydropower Plants in Korea and Its Application
C. Kim, Seoul National University of Technology, South Korea
Feasibility Study of Hybrid Energy Generating System
K. Junghyun, M. Kunishige and T. Eizaburo, Osaka-University, Japan
Investigation of the Wind Energy Potential in the Baltic Region
P. Shipkovs, V. Pugachev and G. Kashkarova, Institute of Physical Energetics Latvian Academy of Sciences and V. Bezrukov, Institute of Computer Sciences and Information Technologies Riga Technical University, Latvia
Performance Analysis of Francis Hydraulic Turbine
C. Kim, Seoul National University of Technology, South Korea
Software to the Aerodynamic Design and Analyze Wind Turbine Blades Using Artificial Intelligence
V. Lopez and E. Cadenas Calderon, UMSNH, Mexico
Wind/Hydrogen Integrated Systems. Study Proposal in Cuban Rural
G. Hernandez Goncalvez, Solar Energy Research Center, Chile

Thermal Storage
Comparison of the Energy Storage Potential of Different Absorption Modes for Air Dehumidification in Liquid Desiccant Cooling Systems
A. Hublitz, Bayerisches Zentrum fuer Angewandte Energieforschung e.V., Germany

Satellite-based Solar Resource Models and Data
The Atlas of Solar Radiation of Galicia (Spain), Obtained From the Heliosat-Ii Method
M. Vazquez and T. Prado, University of Vigo, Spain
Intercomparison of Satellite Derived Diffuse Irradiance for South America Within the Sewra Project
H. Beyer, Universityof Applied Sciences (FH) Magdeburg-Stendal, Germany; E. Pereira, Brazilian Institute for Space Research - INPE/CPTC, Brazil and S. Abreu and S. Colle, Labsolar UFSC, Brazil, Germany
Solar Energy Mining: a High-Quality Meteosat-Based Service
R. Meyer and S. Lohmann, DLR Institute for Atmospheric Physics; E. Diedrich, DLR German Remote Sensing Data Center and C. Schillings, DLR Institute of Technical Thermodynamics, Germany
Analysis of Satellite Derived Beam and Global Solar Radiation Data
F. Vignola and P. Harlan, University of Oregon and R. Perez, ASRC - SUNY Albany, USA
Gridded Aerosol Optical Depth Climatological Datasets Over Continents for Solar Radiation Modeling
C. Gueymard, Solar Consulting Services, USA
Estimation and Contour Mapping of Global Solar Radiation Under Tropical Climate of Southern Thailand
S. Phethuayluk, J. Waewsak, and J. Kaew-On, Thaksin University, Thailand

Solar Resource Models and Data
Results of Solar Resource Assessments in the UNEP/SWERA Project
D. Renne, National Renewable Energy Laboratory; R. Perez, State Univeristy of New York, Albany; E. Pereira, S. Colle, and S. Abreu, Brazilian Institute for Space Research - INPE/CPTC, Brazil; and P. Stackhouse, NASA/Langley Research Center, USA
A New Business Model for Grid-Connected Solar Generation in Restructured Electricity Markets
J. Bing, New Energy Options, Inc., USA
Forecasting Solar Radiation: Preliminary Evaluation of an Approach Based upon the National Forecast Data Base
R. Perez, ASRC, The University at Albany and S. Wilcox, and D. Renné, NREL, USA
Validation of DNI Estimations in Brazil Using Brazil-Sr Model
F. Martins, Brazilian Institute for Space Research and S. Luna Abreu, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Brazil
Renewable Energy Resources in Brazil - SWERA Products.
F. Martins, Brazilian Institute for Space Research and S. Luna Abreu, and S. Colle, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Brazil
Analysis of Broadband Model Performance for an Updated National Solar Database
D. Myers, W. Marion, R. George and M. Anderberg, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, USA

Satellite-based Resource Assessment
Estimation of Solar Radiation in Korea Peninsular From Satellite Image
Y. Park, Seoul National Unversity of Technology and Y. Heack Kang, Korea Institute of Energy Research, Korea (South)

Solar Radiation Measurement
General Characterization of the Solar Radiation Components in Mozambique
B. Cuamba, Eduardo Mondlane University, Mozambique
Outdoor Uncertainty on Heat Flux Measurement
C. Estrada, Center for Energy Research UNAM, Mexico
Sky Clearness Index for Iranian Cities
M. Bahadori, Sharif University of Tehcnology, Iran
An Estimation Method of Solar Radiation At Various Geographical Altitude Based Upon Sunshine Duration
M. Oki, Ashikaga Institute of Technology, Japan
Preliminary Study of One Minute Solar Radiation Measurements Under Tropical Climate
T. Soubdhan, GRER, France

Wind, Hydro, Biomass and Ocean Resources
Assessing Ghana's Energy Resource Potential
K. Taale, University of Education, Ghana

Renewable Hydrogen Generation
A 1,000 Mw Windplant Delivering Hydrogen Fuel From the Great Plains to a Distant Urban Market
B. Leighty, The Leighty Foundation, USA
An Analysis of Hydrogen Production From Renewable Electricity Sources
J. Levene, R. Margolis and A. Milbrandt, National Renewable Energy Laboratory;, USA
A Thermodynamic Analysis of Hydrogen Production By Gasification of Biomass
M. Mahishi, University of Florida, USA
Optimization of a Scroll Expander Applied to an Ammonia/Water Combined Cycle System for Hydrogen Production
H. Ingley and Y. Goswami, University of Florida, USA
Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting Using Multiple Bandgap Combination of Thin Film Photovoltaic Cell and Photocatalyst: Clean and Renewable Hydrogen Source
A. Jahagirdar, Florida Solar Energy Center, USA
Solar Water Electrolysis for Hydrogen Production
E. Mettawee and A. Elfoly, National Research Center, Egypt