Theoretically, two layers are better than one for thin film layered solar cell efficiency
Solar cells have come a long way, but inexpensive, thin-film solar cells are still far behind more expensive, crystalline solar cells in efficiency. Now, a...
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Researchers have designed an off-grid, low-cost modular energy source that can efficiently produce power at night. The system uses commercially available technology and could eventually...
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New solar research presents a statistical model for recognizing and forecasting cloud cover
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Bifacial solar panels with trackers prove to be the most cost-effective form of solar electricity generation
Solar power systems with double-sided (bifacial) solar panels -- which collect sunlight from two sides instead of one...
Using artificial intelligence and advanced cameras to understand and monitor solar project effects on birds
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Effective and inexpensive strategy to transform solar cells from opaque to transparent
Researchers in Korea have found an effective and inexpensive strategy to transform solar cells from opaque to transparent....
Tests on new designs for next-gen solar cells can now be done in minutes instead of days thanks to a new system
Tests on new designs for next-gen solar cells can now be done in hours instead of days thanks...
Breakthrough technology has the potential to reduce grid level renewable-based energy loss
Experts from the University of Surrey believe their dream of clean energy storage is a step closer after they unveiled their ground-breaking super-capacitor technology that...
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Scientists have come up with a novel way to use silicon anodes in next-generation high-performing lithium-ion batteries
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