USTC Achieves New Record in Perovskite Solar Cell Efficiency by Simon Mansfield Sydney, Australia (SPX) Sep 17, 2024 A research team led by Prof. XU Jixian from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) has set a new global standard for solar cell technology. As of July 3rd, the Solar Cell […]
Lyten’s lithium-sulfur batteries to be tested on ISS by Clarence Oxford Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 16, 2024 Lyten, a leader in supermaterial applications and lithium-sulfur battery technology, has announced that its rechargeable lithium-sulfur battery cells have been selected for testing aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The Department of Defense’s Defense Innovation […]
JinkoSolar sets sights on expanding operations across Africa by Simon Mansfield Sydney, Australia (SPX) Sep 16, 2024 JinkoSolar, the leading global producer of solar panels by shipment volume, is moving forward with plans to expand its presence in Africa, focusing on both solar energy and energy storage markets. Over the past […]
World’s strongest battery could enable lightweight, energy-efficient vehicles by Robert Schreiber Berlin, Germany (SPX) Sep 15, 2024 Building vehicles or electronics with materials that serve as both batteries and structural components could significantly reduce weight and energy consumption. A research group at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, has introduced a significant development in […]
Molecular adjustments boost efficiency of organic solar cells by Riko Seibo Osaka, Japan (SPX) Sep 15, 2024 Organic solar cells (OSCs) offer a promising alternative to traditional inorganic solar cells, thanks to features such as tunable chemistry that allow scientists to precisely alter their properties for improved performance. Researchers in Japan have now […]
Turning seawater into fresh water using solar-powered technology’ by Clarence Oxford Los Angeles CA (SPX) Sep 15, 2024 Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed an innovative and energy-efficient desalination device that converts seawater into drinkable water by utilizing solar power. The device leverages a natural evaporation process, inspired by the way […]
