Mastodawn

@researchbuzz "This innovative approach presents a new way to produce lightweight, flexible solar films that can be used on surfaces such as rooftops and other unconventional surfaces that could not normally stand the weight of solar panels. Together with their anticipated low cost, this could significantly enhance the roll out of solar, particularly in developing countries, and make a real difference in the drive to replace fossil fuels with sustainable solar energy."
#SolarCell #Solar #SolarPunkSunday

DoomsdaysCW Mar 2

@researchbuzz Very cool! TY!

Waste-based perovskite solar cell achieves 21.39% energy efficiency

https://techxplore.com/news/2025-02-based-perovskite-solar-cell-energy.html
#SolarCell #SolarPanels #recycling #perovskite #PerovskiteSolar

Waste-based perovskite solar cell achieves 21.39% energy efficiency

A team of materials scientists and solar engineers at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, working with a colleague from Polytechnique Hauts-de-France, has developed a perovskite solar cell using a biomass-based polymer. In their paper published in the journal Advanced Functional Materials, the group describes how they used agricultural waste to make the photoactive layer of the cell, and in so doing, found that it was still energy efficient.

Tech Xplore

DoomsdaysCW Mar 2

HT @researchbuzz

The next-generation #SolarCell is fully #recyclable

12 February 2025
Anders Törneholm

"In a study published in Nature, researchers at Linköping University have developed a method to recycle all parts of a solar cell repeatedly without environmentally hazardous #solvents. The recycled solar cell has the same efficiency as the original one. The solar cell is made of #perovskite and the main solvent is water."

The next-generation solar cell is fully recyclable

In a study published in Nature, researchers at LiU have developed a method to recycle all parts of a perovskite solar cell repeatedly without environmentally hazardous solvents. The recycled solar cell has the same efficiency as the original one.

Matt Ferrell Jan 31

#FunFactFriday: The leaps in solar cell efficiency continue as 3Sun and CEA have achieved a 30.8% efficiency on a 9cm2 solar cell, surpassing the previous 29% and giving hope for further immediate advancements. News Source: https://www.pv-tech.org/3sun-french-research-lab-cea-achieve-30-8-tandem-perovskite-silicon-solar-cell-efficiency/

#Perovskites #Solar #Solarcell

3Sun, French research lab CEA achieve 30.8% tandem perovskite silicon solar cell efficiency

The new record was achieved on a 9cm2 tandem perovskite silicon solar cell compared to most records achieved on 1cm2 cells.

PV Tech

Debby Jan 19

Make a Solar Cell - TiO2/Raspberry based 🌞🍓

🌍🔬🧪🧑‍🔬

Discover how to create a dye-sensitized solar cell using titanium dioxide and raspberries in this fascinating video by @NurdRage!

📹 youtu.be/WHTbw5jy6qU
📹 invidious.reallyaweso.me/watch?v=WHTbw5jy6qU

📝 Ingredients:
- Titanium dioxide (anatase)
- Vinegar
- Dishwashing detergent
- Indium tin oxide glass
- Raspberries
- Iodine crystals
- Potassium iodide
- Ethylene glycol

🧪 Steps:
1. Prepare the TiO2 paste
2. Apply the paste to the conductive side of the indium tin oxide glass
3. Bake the slide
4. Add raspberry juice
5. Prepare the redox shuttle and electrolyte
6. Assemble the solar cell

💡 Perfect for hands-on learning and exploring the world of solar energy!

#SolarCell #DIYSolarCell #TiO2 #RaspberrySolarCell #NurdRage #ScienceEducation #OpenSourceScience #RenewableEnergy

der leise fuxX Jan 7

my first #offgrid #meahtastic node is online... it doesn't feel quite right yet and mistakes have definitely been made, but that's what you learn from? what you can see here: a #nibble from wonderful @skickar paired with a 5W #solarcell and a small buffer battery with charging electronics. The battery will be replaced by a 10Ah #LiPo and the solar cell will also grow. next version will be built with a #rp2040 or with a #nrf52840 or maybe ... many thanks to your inspiring talk at #38C3 Kody!

Steve Dustcircle 🌹Dec 19

#AI aids discovery of #solarcell materials with near-record efficiency

https://www.chemistryworld.com/news/ai-aids-discovery-of-solar-cell-materials-with-near-record-efficiency/4020719.article

AI aids discovery of solar cell materials with near-record efficiency

Machine learning uncovers hidden relationships in materials design

Chemistry World

Tina M Casey Dec 16

Another endorsement for silicon-perovskite tandem solar cells

https://cleantechnica.com/2024/12/16/solving-the-silicon-perovskite-tandem-solar-cell-puzzle/

#solar #solarenergy #solarpower #sdg7 #solarcell #tandemsolarcell #silicon #perovskite #solarpv #science #research #innovation #recycling #renewableenergy #energy #electricity #renewables #cleanenergy #greenenergy #cleanpower #circulareconomy #wastemanagement #lifecycle #sustainable #sustainability

Solving The Silicon-Perovskite Tandem Solar Cell Puzzle

Researchers have designed a new silicon-perovskite tandem solar cell to maximize solar conversion efficiency and lifecycle sustainability.

CleanTechnica

Tina M Casey Dec 16

Another endorsement for silicon-perovskite tandem solar cells

https://cleantechnica.com/2024/12/16/solving-the-silicon-perovskite-tandem-solar-cell-puzzle/

Solving The Silicon-Perovskite Tandem Solar Cell Puzzle

Researchers have designed a new silicon-perovskite tandem solar cell to maximize solar conversion efficiency and lifecycle sustainability.

CleanTechnica

IL Photonics Nov 13

Diatoms, a type of phytoplankton, offer a promising solution due to their silica frustules, which can be processed into high-purity #silicon suitable for #SolarCell production. However, impurities in silicon can significantly reduce solar cell efficiency. A recent study employed Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (#LIBS) to analyze the elemental composition of diatomite. Learn more: https://ilphotonics.com/quantifying-impurities-in-diatomite-using-libs/

Quantifying Impurities in Diatomite Using LIBS | IL Photonics

As concerns about the limited reserves of high quality silicon grow, researchers are exploring alternative sources, such as diatoms.

IL Photonics