NUS Scientists Invent World Record-Breaking Solar Cells

• NUS scientists have achieved a world record of 24.35% power conversion efficiency in perovskite solar cells, paving the way for a more efficient, cheaper and durable energy source. This groundbreaking research has potential to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and secure the world's energy future.

NUS scientists have set a new world record for power conversion efficiency in perovskite solar cells with an impressive stabilised efficiency of 24.35%. This ground-breaking achievement paves the way for cheaper, more efficient and durable solar cells and is crucial to securing the world’s energy future. With the aim of improving the stability and scalability of the solar cells, the team is working on a customised accelerating aging methodology and scaling up the solar cells to modules. The research advances the commercialisation of a low-cost, efficient and stable perovskite solar cell technology which has the potential to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.

What Are the Benefits of Perovskite Solar Cells?

Benefits of Perovskite Solar Cells:

• Increased efficiency compared to traditional solar cells
• Wide range of colors available
• Lighter weight and thinner than other types of solar cells
• High power conversion efficiency
• Low cost manufacturing
• Long-term durability
• Can be used in portable or mobile applications
• Easy to install, can be integrated into existing structures with minimal effort