Optimization of Energy Consumption Using Solar Bath in the Hot and Dry Climate of Iran

Abstract

Applying modern technologies to make use of solar energy as a useful and safe resource of energy to supply hot water in public baths in hot and dry regions of Iran, due to the continental potentials they have, is one of the most useful and economical ways of using renewable energy in today’s world and thus, in Iran, industry experts are investing heavily in this area. Therefore, this paper, using documentary research and field survey, seeks to make a detailed study on Iranian baths and match them with the modern technology and the indigenous culture of the area. And results indicate that, one can invest in a better future by making use of solar energy for water heating in public baths, in order to preserve and optimize energy consumption, with regard to the climate of hot and dry areas of Iran and the amount of solar radiation.