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PDF Photoelectrochemical Materials and Energy Conversion Processes Richard C. Alkire, Dieter M. Kolb, Jacek Lipkowski, Phil N. Ross digsell https://lnkd.in/exAu7xN5 An international group of leading scientists from the field has contributed to the 12th volume in this series, covering a range of different types of solar cells and including a critical comparison of the different techniques available for manufacturing the semiconductors needed. The result is an expert insight the central questions surrounding photovoltaic materials and systems, reflecting the latest developments in this hot and timely green topic. https://lnkd.in/e_rRX_nm

These are difficult times for the PV industry in Europe: Competition against China’s overly expanded large volume producers is fierce, governments react slowly or are quarreling over approaches. Additionally, there are competing interests from different groups even within the PV industry (project developers vs component producers). All this may cast a dark shadow over the PV industry in Europe. However, there is one PV branch growing steadily and becoming increasingly more relevant: integrated photovoltaics. Project specific production and a market driven by reductions in CO2 emissions instead of lowest LCOE reduces the risk of a dependency on Chinese manufacturers. Find out more about one branch of integrated photovoltaics, at the PVinMotion (https://lnkd.in/ef-cvcHa), where people from science and industry meet to discuss the latest advancements in the field of vehicle integrated photovoltaics (VIPV). The deadline for early bird registration (January 31st) is approaching soon!

Congrats to the 19 winners of the $270k cash prize in the American-Made #InDEEPrize Phase I! Their distributed embedded energy converter technology (DEEC-Tec) concepts are now heading to a Phase II build and test competition to see if they can help us harvest power from ocean waves. You could join this interdisciplinary community of innovators – and earn a cash prize – by competing in Phase II! DEEC experts from a wide variety of fields and disciplines - like piezoelectrics, polymers, and actuators - are teaming up with innovators within and beyond the wave energy industry to design and complete proof-of-concept testing of DEEC-Tec concepts that are applicable to ocean wave energy conversion. Learn what made our 19 Phase I winners successful, and how you can get involved in Phase II – https://lnkd.in/gqenV2Au

This was the first presentation for the J-PVS workshops in the last five years.

Our most recent work, concerning solid-state monolithic dye-sensitized solar cells (M-DSSCs) using a copper-complex hole transport material and a carbon-based counter-electrode, was selected for the back cover of Solar RRL journal. This work explores, for the first time, the catalytic activity of carbon materials for Cu(II) reduction. Combining low-cost and simple fabrication, with good power conversion efficiencies under indoor light, M-DSSCs are a strong candidate for indoor photovoltaics (iPVs). DOI: 10.1002/solr.202470023

Will perovskite–silicon ‘tandem’ photovoltaics take off commercially, when the first panels from Oxford PV and Qcells USA Corp. will be commercially available? Insightful in Nature Science about the dozen companies betting on perovskites. With the continuously decreasing cost of pure silicon cells it will be difficult to justify the added costs of tandem cells, but "in crowded urban areas or industrial sites where space is at a premium" more efficient two-layer panels can be attractive. https://lnkd.in/dHjw4czi

** Interested in Ultra-High Specific Energy Batteries with Low-Cost Raw Materials? ** https://lnkd.in/gefP79ac Lithium-sulfur batteries are inevitable. Join us at this very timely conference for battery industry professionals to understand exactly how and why these high theoretical energy density cells are showing significant promise as a next-generation energy storage system. #LithiumSulfur #EVBatteries #Lyten #Sustainability This conference track will showcase the latest R&D advances and discuss the key challenges facing the commercialization of lithium-sulfur batteries. The international faculty of experts, including Lyten's Chief Battery Technology Officer Celina Mikolajczak, will present the most recent results, new materials, processes and applications in the field. Don’t miss your opportunity to get the latest developments from the major global players developing lithium-sulfur technologies. For maximum savings, register by July 19!

The 13th edition of the National Photovoltaic Days (JNPV 2023) is set to take place from December 5th to 8th, 2023, at Club Belambra in Dourdan, France. This event, initiated by Fed-PV, a CNRS - Centre national de la recherche scientifique research federation on photovoltaic energy, aims to advance the structuring and fundamental research in the field of photovoltaics. The JNPV promotes the development of a dynamic, visible, creative, and excellent research community in this domain, which plays a crucial role in France's national energy transition efforts. One of the sessions at the event will focus on silicon, specifically addressing "Carbon contamination during the solidification of silicon for photovoltaic applications: ex-situ and in situ X-ray imaging characterization." This session will feature the participation of two ESRF scientists, Thu-Nhi Tran Caliste and José Baruchel. ▶ Registration link : https://lnkd.in/eaXYzzrX 🔴 Early bird registration deadline: November 3, 2023  🔴 Final registration closure : November 10, 2023

Just a month left to submit an abstract to the Photovoltaics Science, Applications and Technology Conference - PVSAT 2024, taking place at Glasgow, 10-12 April 2024! Abstract Submission deadline: 8 December 2023. Contributions for oral and poster presentations are welcome for the topics: 1. Crystalline silicon and inorganic thin film photovoltaics 2. Perovskite, organic and DSSC photovoltaics 3. Tandem, multijunction and concentrator photovoltaics 4. Photodetectors, indoor and space applications and new concepts in photovoltaics 5. Characterisation, testing and performance measurements  6. Photovoltaic systems, solar irradiance and monitoring, components and grid integration 7. Policy & environment issues, including economics, sustainability, market development and life cycle analysis https://lnkd.in/eubTJipW

Here's what I've been reading lately: "Breakthrough in Perovskite Solar Cells: 2D Templates Boost Efficiency and Durability" Scientists from Rice University have developed a method to improve the stability and efficiency of perovskite solar cells by using 2D perovskite templates. The technique enhances the quality of the photovoltaic films, leading to higher efficiency and longer durability. The cells maintained 97% of their efficiency after 1,000 hours at 85°C, a significant step towards commercial viability. Read here, https://buff.ly/45ng4SE "Revolutionary Zinc-Lignin Battery Could Keep the Lights On in Low-Income Countries" Researchers at Linköping University have developed a long-lasting battery made from zinc and lignin, which can be used over 8,000 times without losing performance. This affordable and eco-friendly battery could provide reliable clean energy to low-income countries, especially those near the equator where solar power is limited during the day. Details here, https://buff.ly/4bYRV7D