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New aluminum batteries for renewables storage
The devices, developed by a European research team, are said to have twice the energy density of conventional aluminum devices. The scientists used a cathode made of anthraquinone, instead of one based on graphene, increasing energy density.
Sep 30, 2019 // Technology, Storage, storage, Sweden, Europe, Aluminum, Slovenia, Chlorine, Patrik Johansson
This solar panel- like device can generate electricity in the dark
Electrical engineer Aaswath Raman, at the University of California in LA, has come up with a device that can harness energy from a dark night sky to power an LED — hinting at a new frontier in renewable energy.
Sep 12, 2019 // Technology, California, USA, North America, Aaswath Raman, LED — hinting, Jeffrey Grossman
Space photovoltaic panels manufacturer Solestial elevates USD 10m in fresh funds
United States space solar panels developer Solestial Inc has closed an oversubscribed USD-10-million (EUR 10.2 m) seed round led by the venture capital arm of European aircraft maker Airbus (EPA: AIR).
Oct 12, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, USA, North America, Airbus, Solestial
Revolutionizing Batteries & Solar Cells: Phosphorus-Arsenic Nanoribbons
Discover the latest breakthrough material developed by researchers at University College London - a phosphorus-arsenic nanoribbon. With potential applications in quantum computing, batteries, supercapacitors, solar cells and more, this revolutionary technology could revolutionize energy storage and electrical efficiency.
Oct 23, 2023 // Technology, solar cell, University College London
23% Efficient 'n-i-p' Hybrid Solar Cells
The new monolithic tandem solar cell developed by Chonnam National University achieved 23% efficiency and a 2.1V open-circuit voltage. Fusing all-inorganic halide perovskites and other materials, it promises to revolutionize artificial photosynthesis and agri-voltaic applications.
Dec 18, 2023 // Technology, South Korea, Asia, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, Chonnam National Universite
Solar product can 'self-heal' imperfections, brand-new research study programs
A material that can be used in innovations such as solar energy has actually been discovered to self-heal, a new study programs.
Jan 27, 2021 // Technology, UK, Europe, University of York, Keith McKenna
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
Moisture-resistant perovskite cell with 22.02% performance
Researchers in China have actually made use of a fluorine-containing Lewis acid therapy to create a perovskite cell that is stated to maintain in between 63% and also 80% of its first performance after 14 days under 75% as well as 85% family member moisture.
Feb 24, 2020 // Technology, Manufacturing News, China, Asia, perovskite, efficiency
An all ambient, room temperature-- refined solar cell from a bare silicon wafer
Ongoing obstacles in solar cell manufacturing may partly discuss why non-renewable power resources-- such as coal, oil, as well as natural gas-- have eclipsed current optoelectronic gadgets.
Apr 11, 2023 // Technology, Manufacturing News, solar cell, Kyoto University, silicon wafer, Katsuaki Tanabe
Southern Gold inks deal to purchase battery innovation firm IDT
Australian mineral explorer Southern Gold Limited (ASX: SAU) unveiled an offer to acquire battery innovation firm Iondrive Technologies Pty Ltd (IDT) which has a tactical collaboration with the University of Adelaide to commercialise power storage space innovations.
May 31, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, Storage, Southern Gold Limited
Revolutionary Room-Temp Perovskite Solar Cells Boost Efficiency
Revolutionary room-temperature-processed perovskite solar cells reach over 24% efficiency, thanks to innovative organic linker. Simplified production process with impressive results.
May 8, 2024 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, Pusan National University, UC Santa Barbara, Korea Electric Power Research Institute
Swansea Pioneers Roll-to-Roll Printable Solar Cells
Swansea University pioneers cost-effective, scalable carbon ink for perovskite solar cells, enabling high-speed, low-temperature production with improved efficiency and stability, paving the way for cleaner energy solutions.
Apr 4, 2025 // Technology, Manufacturing News, solar cell, perovskite, Swansea University
Solar Farms in Space: Exploring Renewables Beyond Earth
Dr Dan Lamb, from Swansea University, is researching the viability of low-cost, lightweight solar panels in space, to continuously generate energy and transfer it to Earth. Fueling green propulsion solutions, lunar bases, and space-based solar power, Lamb's work could revolutionize our energy sources.
Jan 2, 2024 // Technology, Plants, Swansea University, Dan Lamb
25% Efficiency Record Shattered: Perovskite Solar Cells
Breakthrough research at Northwestern Univ. yields record-breaking efficiency for perovskite solar cells. New dual-molecule solution solves electron losses from surface defects & interfaces, achieving 25.1% efficiency. Research builds on prior Nature paper.
Nov 20, 2023 // Technology, NREL, solar cell, perovskite, National Renewable Energy Lab, efficiency, Northwestern University
Meyer Burger Ropes In Partners For Scaling Up Perovskite Tandem Technology
Operating in consortium with CSEM, Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin, Fraunhofer ISE, as well as the University of Stuttgart, Meyer Burger is looking into tandem solar cells and developing next-generation solar modules These activities center around the automation of the new technologies, or large scale production of solar cells with efficiencies of more than 30 percent
Dec 14, 2022 // Technology, Europe, meyer burger, Switzerland, CSEM, HZB, Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin, Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, Marcel König, Professor Christophe Ballif, Professor Rutger Schlatmann, Institute of Photovoltaics University of Stuttgart