Solar Technology & PV R&D News

On this webpage, we present the news on solar power research and development. Here you can get acquainted with the latest photovoltaic technologies. The information presented is collected from various online resources and world’s major solar research centers and institutes. Everything related to PV R&D and technology is compiled in one category

PEARL Project Hits 21% Efficiency in Flexible Solar Cells

EU's PEARL project advances flexible perovskite solar cells to 21.6% efficiency, emphasizing sustainability and circular manufacturing, paving the way for innovative solar applications.

Sep 9, 2025 // Technology, solar cell, flexible, efficiency, PEARL

KIER, Flexell Partner on Next-Gen Space Solar Cells

KIER and Flexell Space join forces to revolutionize space solar cells, aiming for lightweight, flexible solutions to power small satellites and boost Korea's space competitiveness.

Aug 29, 2025 // Technology, Asia, Korea, solar cell, KIER, Flexell Space

Fraunhofer ISE Unveils LED Method To Calibrate Tandem Solar Modules

German researchers propose an LED-based procedure to measure large perovskite-silicon tandem modules more precisely, cutting handling time and cost for full-module calibration.

Aug 22, 2025 // Technology, Fraunhofer ISE, standards, perovskite-silicon tandem, LED simulators, calibration

Researchers unveil tougher perovskite glass brick for solar façades applications

European researchers present a second-generation perovskite “glass brick” for BIPV, improving mechanical strength and efficiency within a modular construction system.

Aug 18, 2025 // BIPV, Technology, bipv, Spain, Europe, perovskite, Building-integrated photovoltaics, UIC, Glass encapsulation, Prototype development, Textile Ceramic Technology, TCT, International University of Catalonia

FTC Solar Launches Hurricane-Resistant Solar Tracker System

FTC Solar's Pioneer+ High Wind tracker withstands 150 mph winds, enhancing solar resilience and reducing costs in hurricane-prone areas with innovative design and rapid installation.

Aug 15, 2025 // Technology, USA, tracker, North America, ftc solar

Study flags “no-clean” flux as TOPCon corrosion risk under damp heat

UNSW research links “no-clean” solder flux residues to contact corrosion and efficiency loss in TOPCon cells under damp-heat, with guidance for manufacturers.

Aug 15, 2025 // Technology, Manufacturing News, manufacturing, topcon, unsw, reliability, soldering flux

Lead-Free Solar Cells Achieve Breakthrough 33% Efficiency

Lead-free perovskite solar cells achieve 33.68% efficiency, showcasing groundbreaking potential in sustainable energy with optimized material design and temperature resilience.

Aug 11, 2025 // Technology, India, Asia, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency

Leapting Robots Revolutionize Middle East Solar Installation

Leapting's solar robots revolutionize Middle East projects, tripling installation speed and slashing timelines by 25% with cutting-edge precision and autonomy.

Aug 1, 2025 // Technology, Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, middle east, PV Power Plant, Leapting Robot

Cosmic Veil Coating Boosts Perovskite Solar Cells for Space Missions

International team develops PDAI₂ “cosmic veil” that lets perovskite solar cells survive decades of space radiation, paving the way for lighter, cheaper satellite power.

Aug 1, 2025 // Technology, perovskite, Space Solar, unsw, radiation shielding, coatings

Auner Breaks 30% Barrier with 30.46% Perovskite-Silicon Module Efficiency Record

Chinese innovator Auner hits a certified 30.46 % efficiency in a G12 perovskite/silicon tandem module, eclipsing its May mark and gearing up for pilot production.

Jul 30, 2025 // Technology, Manufacturing News, perovskite, PV module, efficiency, Auner

CEA and WattByWatt Hit 28% Efficient Tandem Solar Record Milestone

WattByWatt’s air-processed perovskite ink helps France’s CEA hit 28 % efficiency in a tandem perovskite-silicon cell, edging closer to scalable next-gen solar panels.

Jul 28, 2025 // Technology, Canada, France, Europe, perovskite, silicon, North America, efficiency, CEA, photovoltaic cell, WattByWatt

Breakthrough 2D Layer Boosts Perovskite Solar Cell Stability

MIT and global researchers boost solar tech with a novel 2D interlayer, achieving 25.9% efficiency and enhanced stability in perovskite solar cells.

Jul 25, 2025 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, MIT

Solestial Secures $1.2M Contract for Rapid Solar Wings

Solestial Inc secures $1.2M to revolutionize space solar tech with rapid, ultralight silicon cells, slashing satellite power system lead times.

Jul 17, 2025 // Technology, Markets & Finance News, USA, North America, Solestial Inc

NREL and CubicPV Set 24% Record Benchmark for Perovskite Minimodule

US partnership achieves 24 % certified efficiency in multi-cell perovskite minimodule, advancing tandem solar technology toward scalable, durable commercial production.

Jul 16, 2025 // Technology, NREL, perovskite, efficiency, CubicPV

UbiQD Secures Landmark Quantum Dot Deal with First Solar

UbiQD partners with First Solar to revolutionize solar panels with quantum dots, aiming to double efficiency and scale production to over 100 tonnes annually.

Jul 10, 2025 // Technology, USA, First Solar, North America, ubiqd

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