Application of phase change material in solar energy systems as ventilation system

Phase change material (PCM) provides an effective solution for energy conservation in air conditioning. The significance of thermal comfort in people's lives has led to an increase in energy consumption for air conditioning. This increase is due to factors such as extreme weather conditions, population growth, and higher living standards. Consequently, incorporating thermal energy storage technology that is based on PCMs with space heating and cooling systems has gained growing interest to achieve significant energy savings. The use of PCMs to improve building energy performance has gained considerable attention in recent years to address the increasing resource scarcity and environmental degradation. This chapter examines the optimization of the building envelope by integrating PCMs into surrounding walls, roofs, and floors. It also explores the use of building equipment optimized with PCMs to reduce energy consumption. Thermal energy storage for cooling applications is a promising technology for reducing energy consumption by storing cold in PCMs. These materials can store a significant amount of cold and undergo phase change at a constant temperature, thereby improving thermal comfort. This chapter aims to investigate the use of PCMs in cooling systems, their relationship with buildings, their potential for reducing energy consumption, and their impact on indoor temperatures and air quality.