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New research radiates light on perovskite solar cell performance
The possibility of a course of products called perovskites, to allow solar cells to much better absorb sunlight for power production, is commonly understood. However, this potential has yet to be completely recognized, specifically under real-world operating problems.
Jun 15, 2021 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, University and Wuhan University of Technology, Joanne Etheridge, Wei Li, Mathias Rothmann
New power conversion layer for biosolar cells
A study group from the Ruhr-Universitat Bochum (RUB), along with coworkers from Lisbon, has produced a semi-artificial electrode that could transform light energy right into various other forms of energy in biosolar cells.
Dec 22, 2020 // Technology, Marc Nowaczyk, biosolar cell, Ruhr-Universitat Bochum, RUB, Panpan Wang, Fangyuan Zhao, Julian Szczesny, Adrian Ruff, Felipe Conzuelo, Wolfgang Schuhmann, Anna Frank, Matthias Rogner, Lisbon
Brand-new pathways for tin-monosulfide PV
Scientists in Japan have established a new procedure for the manufacture of crystalline tin monosulfide (SnS). By facilitating the development of crystals measuring up to 24mm in size, the procedure can aid conquer several of the challenges to pressing higher efficiencies out of this cheap, plentiful product.
Aug 26, 2020 // Technology, Japan, Asia, crystalline tin monosulfide
International Solar Alliance designates brand-new director general
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) has revealed the visit of Ajay Mathur as its brand-new director basic following his political election at an online setting up.
Feb 16, 2021 // Markets & Finance News, The Energy and Resources Institute, ISA, Ajay Mathur, Asia & Oceania, executive appointments, international solar alliance, Alok Sharma
EnBW Energizes Germany with New Solar Power Cluster
EnBW powers up Germany with three new solar parks, energizing 9,800 homes and cutting 19,500 tonnes of CO2 annually, all while boosting biodiversity.
May 14, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Germany, Europe, enbw, PV Power Plant
Research study paves the way for brand-new photosensitive products
Photocatalysts serve materials, with a myriad of environmental and power applications, including air purification, water treatment, self-cleaning surface areas, pollution-fighting paints and coverings, hydrogen production as well as CO2 conversion to lasting gas.
Apr 28, 2021 // Technology, USA, North America, Scott Sayres, photosensitive materials
Construction starts on 10-MW New Jersey landfill solar project
CEP Renewables and CS Energy started construction on the 10-MW BEMS community solar landfill project, situated on the Big Hill Landfill in Southampton, New Jersey. Consisting of two co-located 5-MW solar systems that cover 2 utility territories, this project will utilize the ballasted solar racking solution from Terrasmart.
Dec 13, 2022 // Plants, USA, North America, Solar Project
Scientist Devise New Methods for 'Solar-to-fuel' Manufacturing
Be it rising fuel prices or failures in electricity power grids, the consequences of international energy situation are difficult to neglect. The need for alternate fuel resources is more than ever, however, regardless of the popularity of solar panels, a substantial amount of solar energy goes untapped.
Aug 14, 2021 // Technology, Solar to Fuel, India, Asia, Solar to Fuel, Coordination Chemistry Reviews, covalent organic frameworks, COFs, Pardeep Singh, Shoolini University
Tandem solar cell globe document: New branch in the NREL graph
Tandem cells integrate 2 various semiconductors that transform various parts of the light range right into electric power. Metal-halide perovskite substances mostly make use of the noticeable parts of the range, while CIGS semiconductors transform instead the infrared light.
Apr 15, 2020 // Technology, NREL, Germany, Europe, solar cell, efficiency, CIGS, Steve Albrecht, Marko Jost
A new conducting polymer complex to create stable and fully printable organic solar cells
In the last few years, engineers worldwide have been trying to establish even more lasting technologies to create electrical energy. Among one of the most promising amongst these solutions are organic solar cells.
May 23, 2022 // Technology, efficiency, organic solar cells, i-MEET, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Institute of Materials for Electronics and Energy Technolog, Yinhua Zhou
Australia's top solar study institution arrests $19m in new financing
The country's leading solar research centre has actually secured its first major grant in years with the Australian Renewable Energy Agency tipping in $19 million for equipment to help clean energy even more competitive.
Dec 14, 2020 // Technology, Markets & Finance News, Australia, solar cell, Oceania, University of NSW, fuel materials, Renate Egan
Why perovskites could take solar cells to new heights
Perovskites hold guarantee for developing solar panels that could be conveniently transferred onto many surface areas, consisting of flexible and distinctive ones. These materials would certainly also be light-weight, cheap to generate, and also as effective as today's leading solar products, which are primarily silicon.
Jul 19, 2022 // Technology, solar cells, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, perovskites, Tonio Buonassisi
South Australia approves first 900-MWh BESS under new HRE Act
Potentia Energy’s 900-MWh battery is the first approved under South Australia’s Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Act, unlocking more headroom for solar on the grid.
Aug 29, 2025 // Storage, Australia, South Australia, Oceania, HRE Act
New perovskite LED gives off a spin-polarized radiance
The addition of an unique brand-new perovskite layer has actually allowed researchers to create a "spin-polarized LED" without requiring a magnetic field or extremely reduced temperatures, potentially clearing the path to a boating of novel innovations.
Mar 17, 2021 // Technology, USA, NREL, Washington, perovskite, North America, Joseph Luther, Matthew Beard
Azure Power appoints new CEO following April resignations
Indian independent power manufacturer (IPP) Azure Power has appointed Harsh Shah as CEO, reliable from 1 July, following the resignation of its previous CEO, Ranjit Gupta, last month.
May 9, 2022 // Markets & Finance News, India, Asia, Azure Power, ceo, executive appointments, harsh shah