Optimization of Photovoltaic and BESS Sizing for Small-Scale Commercial Buildings to Achieve Net-Zero Targets

1. Introduction 2. Background and Literature Review 2.1. Overview of Photovoltaic Systems 2.2. Battery Energy Storage Systems 2.3. Net-Zero Energy Targets 2.4. Existing Optimization Techniques 3. Methodology 3.1. Research Design 3.2. Data Collection Methods 3.3. Analytical Tools and Models 3.4. Optimization Algorithm 4. Case Study Description 4.1. Selection of Case Study Buildings 4.2. Regional Energy Consumption Patterns 4.3. Climate Data Analysis 5. Photovoltaic and BESS Sizing 5.1. Criteria for Sizing 5.2. Load Profiling 5.3. System Configuration Options 5.4. Economic Considerations 6. Optimization Model Development 6.1. Formulating the Problem 6.2. Constraints and Assumptions 6.3. Solution Techniques 6.4. Implementation of the Model 7. Results and Discussion 7.1. Optimal Sizing Results 7.2. Sensitivity Analysis 7.3. Comparison with Traditional Systems 7.4. Achieving Net-Zero Targets 8. Conclusions and Recommendations 8.1. Summary of Findings 8.2. Implications for Commercial Buildings 8.3. Recommendations for Future Research

1. How can the integration of photovoltaic and battery energy storage systems be optimized for small-scale commercial buildings to meet net-zero energy targets considering regional energy consumption patterns and climate data? 2. What are the economic impacts and feasibility of various photovoltaic and BESS configurations in achieving optimal sizing for small-scale commercial buildings while adhering to net-zero energy goals?