Author(s)

G. Bizzarri & G.L. Morini

Abstract

With the Kyoto agreement, there has been a greater emphasis on lowering energy waste and supporting low-emissions systems such as fuel cells (FC), photovoltaic (PV) systems or solar thermal systems (STS). These technologies produce environmental benefits since non-renewable energy can be preserved and environmental pollution can be drastically reduced. In addition to this, the decentralization of the electricity production plants mitigates the grid distribution losses. This paper develops a theoretical analysis focused on the environmental benefits achievable through a shift from the conventional systems, normally operating in hospitals, to different hybrid plants. The model site is a hospital located near Ferrara (Italy). At first, a numerica

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