Ready to learn about a ground-breaking new technology in 2-minutes? Let’s focus on the two innovations in solar technology that will make a big impact in the next decade.
Perovskite Solar Cells
- Perovskite solar cells are a type of next-generation solar cell that uses a perovskite-structured compound as the light-harvesting active layer.
- They have gained significant attention due to their high efficiency and potential for low manufacturing costs.
- Perovskite solar cells have already achieved lab-scale efficiencies of over 25%, which is comparable to the efficiencies of traditional silicon solar cells.
- Perovskite cells have the potential to be more efficient than traditional silicon cells, meaning they might convert more sunlight into energy.
Bifacial Solar Panels
- Bifacial solar panels are a type of solar panel that can capture sunlight from both sides, effectively doubling their energy production compared to traditional solar panels.
- They are designed with a transparent backsheet, allowing light to pass through and be absorbed by the rear side of the solar cells.
- Bifacial solar panels have been shown to increase energy production by up to 30% compared to traditional panels under optimal conditions, making them a more efficient and cost-effective option for solar power generation.
Companies to watch
- Oxford PV : Leading the way in Perovskite solar cell development.
- First Solar : A major player in the solar industry, investing heavily in Bifacial technology.
- Canadian Solar : Another big name in solar, actively developing and deploying Bifacial panels.