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PPG Becomes Only Producer of Low-Iron Solar Glass in West Coast

The flat glass business of PPG Industries has declared the expansion of its production capacity at the Fresno plant in California in order to produce SOLARPHIRE PV glass. This is an ultra-low iron glass that is utilized in manufacturing parts for the solar industry.

From PPG Industries Inc. 3 Feb 2012

Novel Nanomaterial-Based Technology to Enhance Efficiency of Solar Cells

Scientists from the University at Buffalo (UB) together with researchers from the Air Force Office of Scientific Research and the U.S. Army Research Laboratory have demonstrated a nanomaterial-based technology to enhance the electrical output of a solar cell by embedding charged quantum dots into it and by improving the lifespan of photoelectrons.

23 Jan 2012

Dow Corning Expands Research Capabilities for Silicon-Based Materials

Dow Corning, a global silicone and silicon-based technology company, has completed a new, advanced research and development center in Seneffe, Belgium. A Silicone Synthesis Technology Center and a Solar Application Center form part of the new Solar Energy Exploration and Development (SEED) research center.

From Dow Corning 19 Jan 2012

First Solar Announces Record-Setting Efficiency for CdTe Solar PV Modules

First Solar’s cadmium-telluride (CdTe) photovoltaic solar module has surpassed its own record of 13.4% of total area efficiency by achieving a record value of 14.4%. This ground-breaking efficiency of the solar module was confirmed by the National Renewable Energy Lab of the U.S. Department of Energy.

18 Jan 2012

Hanwha Solar Selects Oxford’s PlasmaPro Tool for Crystalline Silicon Cell Development

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology has received an order from the Hanwha Group’s Santa Clara entity for its PlasmaPro System100 multi chamber cluster tool. The cluster tool consists of a combination of sputter modules and PECVD.

From Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology 6 Jan 2012

Researchers Develop Dye Solar Cells with Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles

The Photovoltaic and Optoelectronic Devices Group at the Universitat Jaume I (UJI) in Spain has developed dye-sensitized solar cells. These cells are also called as dye solar cells (DSC).

22 Dec 2011

Pittcon Comes to Orlando in March 2012

The Conference, the world's largest annual laboratory science conference and exposition, will have an estimated 1,000 exhibitors, 2,000 presentations, attendees from more than 90 countries and the attention of the world as new discoveries are unveiled.

From Pittcon 21 Dec 2011

Researchers Achieve Record Efficiency for Organic Solar Cells with Inverted Device Architecture

The Interuniversity Microelectronics Centre (IMEC), Polyera and Solvay have achieved a record 8.3% efficiency for organic solar cells having an inverted device architecture.

From IMEC 17 Dec 2011

International Conference on Polymers in Photovoltaics

The AMI Polymers in Photovoltaics 2012 international conference is to take place in Cologne, Germany at the Maritim Hotel from 24-26 April 2012. The conference will bring together industry experts for debating on economical and optimum polymer solutions for solar power.

16 Dec 2011

Innovative Three-Dimensional Solar Cell Technology Maximizes Conversion Efficiency

Solar3D, a developer of three-dimensional solar cell technology for maximizing conversion of sunlight into electricity, has reported results from its test of a novel design of solar cells.

15 Dec 2011

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Photovoltaics News

PPG Becomes Only Producer of Low-Iron Solar Glass in West Coast

Novel Nanomaterial-Based Technology to Enhance Efficiency of Solar Cells

Dow Corning Expands Research Capabilities for Silicon-Based Materials

First Solar Announces Record-Setting Efficiency for CdTe Solar PV Modules

Hanwha Solar Selects Oxford’s PlasmaPro Tool for Crystalline Silicon Cell Development

Researchers Develop Dye Solar Cells with Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles

Pittcon Comes to Orlando in March 2012

Researchers Achieve Record Efficiency for Organic Solar Cells with Inverted Device Architecture

International Conference on Polymers in Photovoltaics

Innovative Three-Dimensional Solar Cell Technology Maximizes Conversion Efficiency

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How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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