Scientists have developed a new hybrid, solar-energy system that harnesses the full spectrum of the sun’s radiation by pairing a photovoltaic cell with polymer films. The films convert... Read more
New Efficiency Record for Photovoltaic Cells, Thanks to Heterojunction In the medium term, an investment of only $2500 in photovoltaic cells would suffice to provide more than enough electri... Read more
Two Queen’s researchers have contributed to a significant breakthrough in solar technology. Their research has led to a new solar photovoltaic thermal (PVT) system that generates both electr... Read more
Adding transparent solar cells to the glass would be a relatively small cost Imagine a world where the windows of high-rise office buildings are powerful energy producers, offering its inhab... Read more
Image via Wikipedia Some argue that major technical breakthroughs are needed to make electricity from sunshine cheap. Are they right? Do the photovoltaics that can transform sunshine into el... Read more