Transparent Excitonic Solar Cell for Improved Power Generating Windows

A transparent photovoltaic cell and method of making are disclosed. The photovoltaic cell may include a transparent substrate and a first active material overlying the substrate. The first active material may have a first absorption peak at a wavelength greater than about 650 nanometers. A second active material is disposed overlying the substrate, the second active material having a second absorption peak at a wavelength outside of the visible light spectrum. The photovoltaic cell may also include a transparent cathode and a transparent anode.

Researchers

Richard Lunt / Vladimir Bulovic

Departments: Office of the Vice President for Research
Technology Areas: Chemicals & Materials: Catalysis & Synthesis / Energy & Distribution: Photovoltaics
Impact Areas: Advanced Materials

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