City University of Hong Kong

Revolutionary Triple-Layer Smart Windows: Durable, Moisture-Transmitting, and Haze-Free
Introducing the groundbreaking MTPW: a triple-layer thermochromic perovskite window inspired by medical masks. With enhanced durability and optical clarity, it's perfect for sustainable green buildings.
Feb 2, 2024 // Technology, City University of Hong Kong, Zhejiang University, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, perovskite window, MTPW
CityU's Perovskite Innovation: A Heat Shield For Renewable Energy
City University of Hong Kong researchers have created an innovative SAM molecule to improve the thermal robustness of perovskite solar cells, unlocking their potential for use in hot climates and reducing our reliance on fossil fuels.
Oct 23, 2023 // Technology, City University of Hong Kong, Zhu Zonglong
Targeting Defects for Better Perovskite Solar Cells
Researchers from SARI, Southern University of Science and Technology, and City University of Hong Kong have developed a strategy for modulating the buried interface between perovskite and tin dioxide (SnO2). Through incorporating FOA, record power conversion efficiency of 25.05% is achieved with improved stability.
Aug 1, 2023 // Technology, SARI, City University of Hong Kong, perovskite solar cell, Southern University of Science and Technology
Scientists create an additive to successfully improve the stability of perovskite solar cells
Perovskite solar cells (PVSCs) are a promising choice to standard silicon-based solar cells because of their high power-conversion performance and low cost. Nevertheless, one of the significant challenges in their growth has actually been achieving long-lasting stability.
May 5, 2023 // Technology, Alex Jen Kwan-yue, City University of Hong Kong, perovskite solar cell, Lee Shau Kee Chair
One-step solution-coating method to advance perovskite solar cell production as well as commercialization
Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) are taken into consideration an appealing candidate for next-generation photovoltaic innovation with high effectiveness and low manufacturing cost, potentially changing the renewable energy industry. However, the existing layer-by-layer production process presents challenges that have actually hindered the commercialization of this technology.
Apr 21, 2023 // Technology, NREL, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, solar cell, perovskite, City University of Hong Kong
Scientists simplify the procedure of producing perovskite solar cells by coating several layers at the same time
Scientists at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), City University of Hong Kong, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), University of Kentucky, University of Colorado, University of Toledo as well as Brown University have actually created a concept that simplifies the process of manufacturing perovskite solar cells, which can increase their path towards commercialization.
Mar 24, 2023 // Technology, Manufacturing News, NREL, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, solar cell, perovskite, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, EPFL, City University of Hong Kong, University of Kentucky, University of Colorado, University of Toledo and Brown University
Scientists examine interfacial interactions of lead-free perovskites for reliable hydrogen manufacturing
A research team from City University of Hong Kong (CityU), Curtin University, National Taiwan University, Huazhong University of Science as well as Technology, Nankai University as well as Polish Academy of Sciences recently developed a lead-free perovskite photocatalyst that delivers extremely effective solar energy-to-hydrogen conversion.
Jan 18, 2023 // Technology, hydrogen, perovskite, Curtin University, City University of Hong Kong, CityU, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, National Taiwan University, Nankai University, Polish Academy of Sciences
Unraveling the interfacial interactions of lead-free perovskite for efficient hydrogen manufacturing
The conversion of solar power into hydrogen energy stands for a promising and also eco-friendly technique for resolving the energy shortage and also reducing fossil fuel discharges. A research group from City University of Hong Kong (CityU) lately established a lead-free perovskite photocatalyst that delivers very reliable solar energy-to-hydrogen conversion.
Jan 16, 2023 // Technology, Solar to Fuel, hydrogen, perovskite, City University of Hong Kong, CityU, Sam Hsu Hsien-Yi
A strategy to optimize photocurrent in organic photovoltaics by suppressing recombination loss
Organic photovoltaics (OPVs), solar technologies based on organic semiconductors, have actually revealed excellent promise both for the scalable provision of clean energy and also for the development of solar-powered wearable electronics. Regardless of their benefits, organic solar cells suffer from the so-called recombination loss, a loss of photocurrent resulting from the recombination of photocarriers.
Dec 13, 2022 // Technology, Nanjing University, organic solar cells, City University of Hong Kong, Francis Lin, Alex Jen
Less costly solar cells could be en route thanks to new products
New solar cell devices that are more affordable and easier to make might quickly make their means to market thanks to products made at Imperial College London.
Apr 22, 2022 // Technology, solar cells, perovskite, City University of Hong Kong, CityU, Nicholas Long