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based
development
January 1, 2016
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Tandem solar cells are simply better

Stacking two solar cells one over the other has advantages: Because the energy is ‘harvested’ in two stages, and overall the sunlight can be converted to electricity more efficiently. Researchers have come up with a procedure that makes it possible to produce thin film tandem solar cells in which a thin perovskite layer is used. The processing of perovskite takes place at just 50 degrees Celsius and such a process is potentially applicable for low cost roll-to-roll production in future.

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general
institute
December 31, 2015
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Nano-mechanical study offers new assessment of silicon for next-gen batteries

A detailed nano-mechanical study of mechanical degradation processes in silicon structures containing varying levels of lithium ions offers good news for researchers attempting to develop reliable next-generation rechargeable batteries using silicon-based electrodes.

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December 31, 2015
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Wind Powered Turbines

Changing wind power into electricity is the reason for wind turbines. A regular wind turbine is a large tower that has blades connected to a rotor. Whenever the wind blows…

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building
canada
December 31, 2015
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Large-scale hydroelectric dam in Yukon would be a major environmental concern

A new report warns of the potential for major negative impacts on fish and fish habitat caused by large hydroelectric dams, like that currently under evaluation through the Next Generation Hydro initiative. The report, which focuses on north-western Canada, notes that substantial destruction of fish habitats caused by such a dam, along with additional threats and effects will be either very expensive or impossible to mitigate.

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green
india
December 31, 2015
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Nevada to reconsider ‘grandfathering’ existing PV owners

Under pressure from the solar industry and consumer groups, Nevada regulators will reconsider their recent decision to slash the payouts received by existing owners of home solar systems for the electricity they feed back onto the state’s grid.

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December 31, 2015
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Differences Between The Solar Panels Brands

Within the solar industry there are many different technologies. The main contenders on the field are monocrystalline and polycrystalline; however there are other technologies available to the end user. Thin-film…

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berlin
france
December 31, 2015
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Poland adds record 1.3GW of wind in 2015, led by Vestas

Poland added a record 1.3GW in new wind capacity last year as developers raced to complete wind farms before a change to the country’s renewables support scheme kicks in, according to data from national transmission system operator PSE.