Optimization and assessment of a hybrid geothermal heat pump and wind turbine system in Izmir, Turkey: A 4E analysis approach
2024

Hybrid Geothermal Heat Pump and Wind Turbine System in Izmir, Turkey

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Author Information

Author(s): Yashar Aryanfar, Jorge Luis García Alcaraz, Julio Blanco Fernandez, Aleksandar G. Georgiev, Ali Keçebaş, Adham E. Ragab, Shabbir Ahmad

Hypothesis

How does the integration of a wind turbine with a GSHP impact the overall efficiency and sustainability of the heating and electricity generation system?

Conclusion

The hybrid system achieved a high coefficient of performance (COP) of 3.916, an energy efficiency of 67.93%, and an exergy efficiency of 45.18%, demonstrating its potential for high operational efficiency and environmental sustainability.

Supporting Evidence

  • The hybrid system achieved a high coefficient of performance (COP) of 3.916.
  • Energy efficiency of the system was found to be 67.93%.
  • Exergy efficiency was measured at 45.18%.
  • The unit exergy cost was determined to be 0.1246 $/kWh.

Takeaway

This study shows that combining a geothermal heat pump with a wind turbine can make heating more efficient and better for the environment.

Methodology

The study designed and simulated a hybrid system model incorporating a wind turbine and a GSHP, evaluating its performance under various operational scenarios.

Limitations

The study focused primarily on heating without broader consideration of other energy needs, such as cooling or power generation for other applications.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e40975

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