All-carbon solar cell harnesses infrared light
New type of photovoltaic device harnesses heat radiation that most solar cells ignore.
About 40 percent of the solar energy reaching Earth’s surface lies in the near-infrared region of the spectrum — energy that conventional silicon-based solar cells are unable to harness. But a new kind of all-carbon solar cell developed by MIT researchers could tap into that unused energy, opening up the possibility of combination solar cells — incorporating both traditional silicon-based cells and the new all-carbon cells — that could make use of almost the entire range of sunlight’s energy.
The new cell is made of two exotic forms of carbon: carbon nanotubes and C60, otherwise known as buckyballs. “This is the first all-carbon photovoltaic cell,” Strano says — a feat made possible by new developments in the large-scale production of purified carbon nanotubes. “It has only been within the last few years or so that it has been possible to hand someone a vial of just one type of carbon nanotube,” he says. In order for the new solar cells to work, the nanotubes have to be very pure, and of a uniform type: single-walled, and all of just one of nanotubes’ two possible symmetrical configurations.
Clo Goes Solar with Cogenra
Northern California organic dairy the first in the industry to install solar cogeneration
Sunrun and PV Solar Report Announce 80% Growth in California Home Solar Market
New solar stars drive continued market expansion
Research and Markets: Grid Parity for Wind and Solar Power - Future Outlook and Impact Analysis
The new report shows that the global cumulative installed solar PV capacity increase of 100% demonstrated during 2009-2011 is likely to grow even further as mass power consumers China and the US reach grid parity within the next few years.
LA County Approves First Solar to Start Module Installation at AV Solar Ranch One
The agreement enables First Solar to continue construction activities of the 230-megawatt power plant that, when completed in 2013, will generate enough electricity to power 75,000 homes.
SolarCity Honored at Rio+20 as a Top Sustainable Solution for Making Solar Affordable for the Masses
Sustainia features SolarCity among the world's most innovative, sustainable solutions
Press Release for the 20th European Biomass Conference & Exhibition
Biomass is multi-usable for energy as well as for material use
Graphite Stocks Alert: LOMIKO (TSX.V: LMR, OTC: LMRMF) RECEIVES DRILLING PERMIT FOR QUATRE MILLES GR
Vancouver BC - June 22, 2012 (InvestorIdeas.com Newswire) LOMIKO METALS INC. (TSX-V:LMR, OTC: LMRMF, FSE: DH8B www.lomiko.com) (the "Company") announces that Lomiko has received a drilling permit and is preparing for the upcoming drilling at the Quatre Milles East Property.
MWII Receives Distinguished International Energy Award.
For its public and industry educational efforts in the areas of wind and ocean energy
University of California at Berkeley to host 2012 solar exchange west
Registration Opens for Solar Industry Thought Leadership Event
ONEROOF ENERGY CREATES NEW ALLIANCES, marking robust growth and expansion
Newest Builder Alliance with KirE Builders Brings Solar Rooftop Options
to Black Canyon Estates in Ramona, Calif.
MAXWELL TECHNOLOGIES' ULTRACAPACITOR-BASED ENGINE START MODULE FOR MEDIUM AND HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS WINS INNOVATION AWARD FROM R&D MAGAZINE
New Product Extends Battery Life, Eliminates Starting Failures and Downtime Expense
PVmet-150 Weather Station
Solar Energy Efficiency Monitor
Conference f-cell and Battery+Storage: programme online now
The f-cell hydrogen and fuel-cell industry forum and the Battery+Storage conference and trade fair will provide a comprehensive overview in the fields of hydrogen, fuel-cells and batteries in Stuttgart, Germany, from 8 to 10 October 2012. The presentation program is available online: www.f-cell.de
Carmanah Improves Crosswalk Safety with Cost-Effective Solar Solution
Carmanah Technologies Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of the R920 Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB): the latest technology in crosswalk warning systems. This new device includes features proven to significantly improve crosswalk safety and has experienced rapid acceptance.
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