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This chapter presents the prospects of solar thermal energy utilization in the textile processing units in Pakistan. Various solar thermal technologies suitable for thermal energy production and their applications for different processes in the textile units are discussed. The chapter concludes that solar thermal energy utilization in the textile processing units could add a comfort to some extent to the textile industry of Pakistan.
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Mahmood, A., Harijan, K. (2012). Utilizing Solar Thermal Energy in Textile Processing Units. In: Uqaili, M., Harijan, K. (eds) Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development. Springer, Vienna. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-7091-0109-4_13
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