Australian researchers have developed a new microwave technology that could advance solar-cell production by improving manufacturing processes and making them easier to recycle.
Scientists have discovered that a green roof can keep temperatures cool and improve the ability of solar to produce power on the hottest days. A bio-solar green roof will be showcased on the first building in Bradfield city centre, south of Penrith, where temperatures have hit nearly 50 degrees.
In 1983, Professor Martin Green drew his first diagram of the passivated emitter and rear cell (PERC). Since then, solar panel technology has been revolutionized. In this interview, Professor Martin Green and Professor Andrew Blakers discuss their team's electricity-generating silicon solar cell invention and essential developments in the field, including a 40.6% solar cell module.