Transparent solar panels in Port Louis

What is transparent solar PV?

The availability of clear energy producing surfaces enables transparent solar PV to access other uses that cannot be supported by the opaque ones. Given its huge potential, transparent solar PV will supplement silicon panels and increase the pace at which the global solar revolution is taking place.

Are transparent solar panels a good option for urban areas?

Transparent solar panels are a promising PV technology that balances energy generation with aesthetics. They offer unique solutions for urban areas where space is limited. However, their current efficiency rates and higher cost are clear speedbreakers that researchers must overcome to make these solar panels mainstream.

What is a transparent luminescent solar concentrator (TLSC)?

Transparent luminescent solar concentrators (TLSC): This technology uses special materials that absorb invisible light and send it to the edges of the solar panel. Small solar cells placed along the edges convert absorbed invisible light into electricity. This panel looks fully transparent because visible light passes straight through.

How do transparent solar panels work?

They can be seen from both sides: This makes it easy to apply on glass facades or large windows. The operation of transparent solar panels is based on the conversion of sunlight into electricity, similar to traditional photovoltaic solar panels, but with key differences in the materials used.