Quantum Dots: Higher CPV Efficiencies, Same Production Cost

The solar cells that were developed for the space industry have found their way into the terrestrial photovoltaic market. Cyrium Technologies has combined these cells with a novel technology, quantum dots, to optimize their performance for terrestrial generation of power. These quantum dot-enhanced cells (QDEC) have been introduced at the focal point of concentrator photovoltaic systems, an industry that is poised to revolutionize clean tech.

This article by Dr. Bruno Riel was published in the first issue of Future PV. It can be downloaded from Future PV's website.