Next-generation hybrid photovoltaic energy systems: Research and developments

• The increasing demand for renewable energy sources has led to significant advances in the field of photovoltaics. • Hybrid systems that combine multiple energy sources increase efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. • These hybrid systems provide a more reliable and efficient solution for harnessing solar energy. • The integration of smart grid technologies and advanced control algorithms has enabled better management and optimization of these hybrid systems. The increasing demand for renewable energy sources has led to significant developments in the field of photovoltaics. Hybrid systems, which combine multiple energy sources, offer enhanced efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. This study will explore various aspects of hybrid photovoltaic systems, including their components, working principles, benefits, challenges, and recent advancements, providing an extensive overview of the advancements in hybrid photovoltaic energy systems. Additionally, it will discuss the potential applications and prospects of these systems. It highlights the importance of interdisciplinary research efforts to address challenges related to materials, integration strategies, performance enhancement techniques, applications, and scalability. Additionally, this study is dedicated to exploring the latest advancements in materials, technologies, and integration strategies that aim to optimize the performance and broaden the applications of hybrid photovoltaics, while also highlighting the significant progress made in this field. The continuous development of hybrid photovoltaic systems holds great promise for meeting the increasing global demand for clean and sustainable energy sources.