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Joseph Shavit
Nov 6, 2021
New ultra-efficient, low-cost solar cells — using nanowires
Researchers have developed an ultra-high material efficient solar cell using semiconductor nanowires.
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Joseph Shavit
Sep 16, 2021
New solar cell design paves the way for windows that also provide solar power
A new transparency-friendly solar cell design could marry high efficiencies with 30-year estimated lifetimes.
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Joshua Shavit
Aug 23, 2021
Common solar tech can be used to power smart devices indoors
Any time you turn on a light at home or in the office, you expend energy. What if flipping the light switch meant producing energy too?
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Joseph Shavit
Aug 20, 2021
New material enables solar cells to convert more energy from sun
Many countries around the world are committed to reducing emissions or reaching net-zero emissions to meet the United Nations' climate goals
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