Solar cells absorb 99.7% of light

Natcore Technology (USA) has built the 'blackest' photovoltaic (photovoltaic) battery, which is capable of absorbing almost all of the light.

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Black Photovoltaic

With an average light reflectance of 0.3%, these silicon black cells can absorb up to 99.7% of the light that is being absorbed, more than any other photovoltaic. This allows it to convert more solar energy into electricity.

While anti-reflective coatings on existing batteries often perform poorly (especially in the morning and in the afternoon, when the sun is not upright), new black photovoltaic cells achieve superior absorption. Compared to standard batteries on cloudy days. 'There is no significant difference in the amount of electricity collected on sunny or cloudy days. Diffused light does not significantly affect energy absorption , "said Chuck Provini, director of the company.

Higher power consumption and lower cost when using Natcore roofing technology can make this type of black silicon fast becoming the choice for global solar power.