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III-V Solar Boost: NREL's 27% Efficiency Breakthrough

Revolutionary record-breaking efficiency of 27% achieved in GaAs heterojunction solar cell by scientists at NREL. Combining computational and experimental methods to optimize doping and bandgap reduced the effects of defects. This breakthrough is applicable to multiple materials and levels of defect concentrations.

Oct 27, 2023 // Technology, NREL, solar cell, efficiency

Stable 25% Efficiency: New Perovskite Solar Design

Groundbreaking design for perovskite solar cells boosts performance and stability, with 25.3% power-conversion efficiency measured in the lab and 95% of peak performance after 1000 hours of testing. Unlock the potential of PSCs for commercial applications!

Oct 24, 2023 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency

25.1% Efficient Perovskite-Silicon Tandem Device

This research team has designed a large-area two-terminal tandem solar cell that boasts a 25.2% efficiency with over 10 cm2 in area. Learn more about the lithium fluoride interlayer that helps overcome common PV cell issues.

Oct 16, 2023 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, Arizona State University, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Boost Efficiency: Perovskite Cells with Nanoimprinted Layer

Exciting new research reveals perovskite photovoltaic cells with improved optoelectronic properties and reduced optical losses. Nanoimprinting method employed to create efficient, cost-effective anti-reflective layer compatible with tandem configurations. Possibility of producing entire devices on a large scale in a single process!

Oct 9, 2023 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, Fraunhofer Institute, University of Warsaw

Decentralized Hydrogen from High-Efficiency Solar Cells

Unlock the power of the sun with a new, ultra-efficient solar cell from the University of Tübingen. Boasting 18% efficiency and cost-effectiveness, this revolutionary technology could revolutionize energy production and reduce CO2 emissions.

Oct 5, 2023 // Technology, solar cell, efficiency, University of Tübingen

Perovskite/CIGS Tandem Cell Reaches 38.39% Efficiency

Unlock potential of tandem photovoltaic cell: Researchers design & simulate all-inorganic lead-free CIGS & perovskite cells for 38.39% efficiency.

Oct 4, 2023 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, CIGS, Southeast University, University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh

Silicon Soars to Record 36.1% Efficiency

Discover the record-breaking efficiency of Fraunhofer ISE's silicon-based multijunction solar cell: 36.1%! Their breakthrough nanocoating design and silicon TOPCon layer stack are perfect for limited-space applications like solar-powered cars, products & drones.

Sep 27, 2023 // Technology, Fraunhofer ISE, efficiency, silicon solar cell

17.48% Efficiency: Printable Mesoscopic PV Cells

Researchers from East China University of Science and Technology have developed a new manufacturing process for printable mesoscopic carbon perovskite solar cells (p-MPSCs): replacing metals & vapor deposition with carbon & screen printing for cost-effective production & high efficiency.

Sep 18, 2023 // Technology, China, Asia, efficiency, East China University of Science and Technology, perovskite solar cell

Boosting Solar Efficiency: Link Silicon & Perovskite

Researchers from Princeton University and KAUST have linked silicon and perovskite solar cells to boost efficiency and stability. Partial shading had no effect on the tandem solar module, making it an effective renewable energy resource.

Sep 7, 2023 // Technology, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, KAUST, Princeton University

Bio-Inspired Solar Devices: Stability & Efficiency Boosted

Penn State scientists have found a cost-effective way to harness nature's wisdom to make more efficient, stable solar cells using perovskite material and synthesized biomolecules. Create larger devices without sacrificing efficiency or sunlight-to-electricity conversion.

Aug 17, 2023 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, Penn State

Indoor Solar Perovskites Power Future

Harness the power of the sun with innovative perovskite solar cells that offer clean, renewable energy for indoor applications.

Aug 16, 2023 // Technology, Italy, Europe, Asia, solar cell, perovskite, Iran, efficiency, Centre for Hybrid and Organic Solar Energy, CHOSE, Department of Electronic Engineering at Tor Vergata University of Rome, Department of Textile Engineering at the University of Guilan, GreatCell Solar Italia, Institute of Crystallography, IC-CNR, Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences and Technologies at the University of Salento, Institute of Nanotechnology, CNR NANOTEC

First Solar: Quantum Dot Efficiency for Solar

Discover the world's first solar energy breakthrough with quantum dot efficiency – from First Solar. Learn more now!

Aug 16, 2023 // Technology, Manufacturing News, First Solar, efficiency, ubiqd, quantum dot

Eco-Friendly Hydrogen: OHP Photoanode Boosts Water Splitting

A research team has developed a highly efficient OHP-based photoanode for the production of hydrogen through photoelectrochemical water splitting. The team found that the addition of GTMACl to the OHP photoanode suppresses internal and external losses for an unprecedented efficiency.

Aug 14, 2023 // Technology, hydrogen, efficiency, GIST, Gwangju Institute Of Science And Technology, KRICT, lawrence berkeley national laboratory, Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology

Optimizing Perovskite Solar Cells: Improved Efficiency & Lifetime

Perovskite solar cell technology takes a step forward with improved upper and lower interfaces, resulting in a conversion efficiency of 24.3%, long-term stability and efficiency of up to 22.6% in mini-modules.

Aug 7, 2023 // Technology, Europe, solar cell, perovskite, Belgium, efficiency, University of Hasselt at Energyville

Boost Solar Cell Lifetime with Metal Halide Perovskite

Researchers at imec and the University of Hasselt have developed a metal halide perovskite process to boost the lifetime of solar cells, achieving a conversion efficiency of 24.3% and a short-circuit density of 24.5 mA/cm2. After 1,000 and 1,850 hours, the cells retain 97% and 88% of performance, respectively. This process offers commercialization potential for perovskite solar cell technology.

Aug 4, 2023 // Technology, solar cell, efficiency, University of Hasselt

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