Research into plasmonics, a type of nanotechnology, promises to improve the efficiency of solar cells: metallic nanostructures absorb and intensify light at wavelengths due to the incoming light, creating “plasmonics,” a collective oscillation of the electrons at the metal’s surface … According to the researchers, metallic nanostructures in solar cells can boost the absorption of … read more »
While Western nations drag their feet in developing solar powered transportation options, Chinese companies move aggressively into this new market. The Post notes that Chinese battery maker BYD has Signed Its First Agreement for Solar Energy Batteries: Following the first-phase solar energy battery project with annual capacity of 100MW entering into equipment debugging in phase … read more »
TOLEDO, Ohio — A bridge equipped with solar panels will demonstrate if the technology can deliver energy savings on other highway projects, transportation officials said. “It will define our region as a solar center for innovation,” said U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur, a Democrat from Toledo. Not only will the panels support local jobs and research, … read more »
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