Phase change materials for next generation renewable thermal energy systems in existence of thermoelectric generator

The chapter starts with an introduction that outlines the subject matter. It subsequently explores many energy storage methodologies, including chemical energy storage, electrical energy storage, mechanical energy storage, thermal energy storage, and solar photovoltaic (PV) battery storage systems. This chapter concentrates on the amalgamation of energy storage systems (ESSs) with thermoelectric generator (TEG). The text examines the hybrid PV-TEG system, focusing on the integrated PV-TEG idea and its related characteristics. The leg shape of the TEG in PV-TEG systems is also examined. Furthermore, the TEG-phase change material (PCM) configuration is presented as a foundation for application development, and the investigation of PCM-integrated TEGs is conducted from a techno-economic standpoint. The chapter finishes with an examination of the PV-TEG-PCM system. The chapter examines the obstacles and future potential of combining ESSs with TEGs. The hurdles encompass technological constraints, financial issues, and the necessity for more research and development. Nonetheless, the chapter underscores the optimistic prospects of this integration, since it presents prospective solutions for sustainable energy production and storage. The present chapter offers a thorough analysis of the amalgamation of TEGs and energy storage devices, yielding noteworthy perspectives on the existing state and prospective directions of this domain.