Sunita Somvanshi
CPV technology, or Concentrator Photovoltaic technology, involves substituting expensive cell area with inexpensive lenses or curved reflecting surfaces to channel energy onto tiny solar cells.
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A new generation of cost-competitive, scalable, and robust solar trackers features precise dual-axis rotation, employing gears and motors to enable horizontal and vertical movements to track the sun’s movement.
The tracker’s ability to adapt to different orientations and topographic conditions makes it an ideal solution for a wide range of applications. This invention is both resource-conscious and a sustainable alternative, as it also helps conserve precious materials and energy during production.
An observed reduction in the usage of semiconductor materials by 1,300 times has maintained a 36% conversion efficiency, surpassing traditional photovoltaic solutions.
Due to the high efficiency of CPV technology in regions with high direct solar irradiance, the partners plan to install a prototype in Spain by the end of 2024, marking a crucial step in bringing this technology to market.
The collaboration between Soltec and Fraunhofer ISE will also test the precision of tracking accuracy throughout the day, and the prototype will later be equipped with 15.7 kWp of micro-CPV panels.
The implementation of innovative technology would benefit the environment by utilizing renewable energy sources instead of generating energy with fossil fuels and other resources that cause pollution and harm.
Furthermore, CPV modules transmit diffused sunlight and allow plants to receive sufficient sunlight for their growth while protecting them from excessive high-intensity radiation.
Micro-CPV technology appears to be one of the most economical and cost-effective methods for implementing renewable electrical power generation.
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