Photovoltaics: Lighting the Way to a Brighter Future

Sarah Kurtz; Daniel Friedman

doi:10.1364/OPN.16.6.000030

Photovoltaics: Lighting the Way to a Brighter Future

Sarah Kurtz, Daniel Friedman

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Photovoltaic technology which is still evolving but holds promise as a renewable energy alternative is discussed. Substantial research is needed to improve the efficiency of the cells, the efficiency of the optics, and the reliability of the entire system. Further advancements are needed to improve performance and reduce cost. Once a low-cost, high-performance concentrator system is developed, the concentrator industry can grow very quickly.

Original language	American English
Pages (from-to)	30-35
Number of pages	6
Journal	Optics and Photonics News
Volume	16
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1364/OPN.16.6.000030 https://doi.org/10.1364/OPN.16.6.000030
State	Published - 2005

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