Researchers improve efficiency of next-generation solar cell material
Reducing internal losses could pave the way to low-cost perovskite-based photovoltaics that match silicon cells’ output.
Feb. 24, 2021 • ~9 min
Covid-19 shutdown led to increased solar power output
As the air cleared after lockdowns, solar installations in Delhi produced 8 percent more power, study shows.
July 22, 2020 • ~8 min
Maria Zuber on climate change: “Breakthroughs will happen”
MIT’s vice president for research identifies three areas that show particular promise for climate action.
April 22, 2020 • ~7 min
Photovoltaic-powered sensors for the “internet of things”
RFID-based devices work in indoor and outdoor lighting conditions, and communicate at greater distances.
Sept. 27, 2019 • ~8 min
Study: Even short-lived solar panels can be economically viable
Research shows that, contrary to accepted rule of thumb, a 10- or 15-year lifetime can be good enough.
Sept. 19, 2019 • ~8 min
Tackling greenhouse gases
Faculty in the Department of Mechanical Engineering are developing technologies that store, capture, convert, and minimize greenhouse gas emissions.
Jan. 7, 2019 • ~19 min
“Sun in a box” would store renewable energy for the grid
Design for system that provides solar- or wind-generated power on demand should be cheaper than other leading options.
Dec. 5, 2018 • ~10 min
How to assess new solar technologies | MIT News
MIT analysis shows when and where advanced photovoltaics would be economic to install.
April 30, 2018 • ~7 min
Engineers turn plastic insulator into heat conductor | MIT News
Technique could prevent overheating of laptops, mobile phones, and other electronics.
March 30, 2018 • ~8 min
New technique allows rapid screening for new types of solar cells | MIT News
Approach could bypass the time-consuming steps currently needed to test new photovoltaic materials.
Dec. 20, 2017 • ~7 min
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