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New approach could push solar cells to 43% efficiency
Original: Solar panel researchers say cells could hit 43% efficiency by using this new approach to reducing infrared glow
Solar panel researchers say photovoltaic cells could reach 43% efficiency by applying a new method that reduces infrared glow, cutting the energy currently lost as heat radiation. The claim, reported by TechRadar, points to meaningful gains over today's typical commercial panel efficiencies, though details on costs and real-world deployment have not been released.
Why now: Researchers published or publicised a breakthrough in solar cell efficiency that could reshape renewable energy performance.
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