Solar thermal air conditioner based on calcium chloride

[NiHaoMike]

I wonder how it compares in terms of total system cost compared to a compressor air conditioner powered by PV panels via a VFD.

[NiHaoMike]

Bigger scale build:

[marta5]

I wonder how it compares in terms of total system cost compared to a compressor air conditioner powered by PV panels via a VFD.

The truth is that it seems a super interesting system.

[geminair]

Solar air conditioning refers to any airconditioning (cooling) system that uses solar power. ... There are new non-compressor-based electrical air conditioning systems with a SEER above 20 coming on the market. ... A desiccant like calcium chloride can be mixed with water to create an attractive recirculating waterfall.

[tonydeeths]

Solar air conditioning refers to any airconditioning (cooling) system that uses solar power. ... There are new non-compressor-based electrical air conditioning systems with a SEER above 20 coming on the market. ... A desiccant like calcium chloride can be mixed with water to create an attractive recirculating waterfall.

This is really helpful information on air conditioning. I think i'll stick with electrical for now as solar panels are costly too but definitely a good investment.

[marta5]

Amazing how technologies can help make systems much more efficient and powerful. At the same time it does not have a negative impact on the environment.

[electric]

This is exactly the kind of stuff that makes me proud of the field i work in, good stuff!