Scientists at Oxford University have made a significant discovery by creating a very thin and flexible material that can turn almost any surface into a solar energy generator.
The details of this breakthrough, shared on the university’s official website, explain that the new solar coating is 100 times thinner than a human hair and has the potential to greatly improve how we capture solar energy.
As the world increasingly focuses on renewable energy, this new solar coating marks an important step forward in solar technology.
Traditional solar panels use silicon to capture sunlight, but this new coating uses perovskite materials, which are much better at absorbing solar energy.
One of the key benefits of this new material is its ability to absorb more sunlight, which leads to higher energy production.
While typical solar panels can convert up to 22% of sunlight into energy, this advanced coating can convert up to 27%. This makes it a highly efficient option for meeting future energy demands.
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