Integrating solar driven solutions for food processing and urban environment: : Economic and thermal evaluation of radiofrequency assisted pasteurization and reflective coating technologies for Cooling and Heat Island Mitigation

Key Points

• Heat island mitigation is effectively supported by reflective coatings, improving urban cooling efforts.
• Radiofrequency assisted pasteurization enhances food safety while reducing energy consumption in processing.
• Economic evaluation indicates potential cost savings from integrating solar-driven technologies in urban settings.
• Thermal evaluation reinforces the viability of these solutions in addressing urban environmental challenges.