Perspective
New material could replace glass in solar cells and buildings
Wood windows? Swedes develop transparent wood material for buildings and solar cells
Research and Development
NREL, SLAC Scientists Pinpoint What Happens During Key Solar Cell Manufacturing Process
The formation mechanism for printed silver-contacts for silicon solar cells
Research and Development
More R&D and less subsidies could make that transition to clean technology faster
Study shows how more R&D funding can accelerate the world energy revolution.
News
DOE Announces Denver as Next Location for Solar Decathlon Competition in 2017
DENVER, CO – At an event today in Denver, Colorado, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Under Secretary for Science and Energy, Dr. ...
Perspective
Super Bowl Fever: Countdown To Denver Broncos Vs Carolina Panthers Kickoff in a Solar-Powered football stadium
This year the Golden State will be hosting the Golden Anniversary of what many consider the greatest spectacle in all of professional sports, ...
Perspective
Scientists measure about 4,000 samples of solar cells a year, but not all are trying for a record
Claims for Solar Cell Efficiency Put to Test at NREL
Research and Development
Solar cell film discovery could yield potential benefits for solar power industry
Researchers at University of Tsukuba demonstrate precise mechanism by which sunlight generates electrical charge within cutting-edge solar cell film, yielding potential benefits for ...
Its official, NASA confirms the presence of water on Mars. But what does it mean?
NASA says it found proof of water in dark streaks, called recurring slope lineae, on the walls of the Garni Crater on Mars. ...