Desiccant-based AHU interacting with a CPVT collector: Simulation of energy and environmental performance.

Highlights: [•] A desiccant-based air handling unit is coupled with a Photovoltaic/Thermal collector. [•] A TRNSYS model is developed to simulate the air-conditioning system. [•] Primary Energy Saving is evaluated with respect to a reference case. [•] Simple modifications to the air handling unit are proposed for winter operation. [•] Primary Energy Saving increases with the use of domestic hot water. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]