optimization of photovoltaic and BESS sizing for commercial buildings to achieve net zero targets

1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Motivation 1.2 Objectives of the Study 1.3 Structure of the Thesis 2. Literature Review 2.1 Overview of Photovoltaic Systems 2.2 Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) 2.3 Net Zero Energy Targets 2.4 Previous Research in System Optimization 3. Methodology 3.1 Data Collection and Sources 3.2 Optimization Techniques Applied 3.3 Simulation Tools and Models 3.4 Criteria for Evaluation 4. Photovoltaic System Sizing 4.1 Factors Affecting Sizing 4.2 Design Considerations 4.3 Economic Analysis 5. BESS Sizing and Integration 5.1 Sizing Methodologies for BESS 5.2 Integration with Photovoltaic Systems 5.3 Performance Indicators 6. Case Study: A Commercial Building 6.1 Building Profile and Energy Demand 6.2 System Configuration Scenarios 6.3 Results and Discussion 7. Results and Analysis 7.1 Optimization Outcomes 7.2 Sensitivity Analysis 7.3 Comparison with Traditional Systems 8. Conclusion and Recommendations 8.1 Summary of Key Findings 8.2 Implications for Commercial Buildings 8.3 Future Research Directions

1. How do optimization techniques for photovoltaic and battery energy storage system (BESS) sizing impact the ability of commercial buildings to achieve net zero energy targets? 2. What are the economic and performance implications of integrating photovoltaic systems with BESS in commercial buildings as compared to traditional energy systems?