New method boosts solar cell efficiency by fine-tuning nanorod spacing

New method boosts solar cell efficiency by fine-tuning nanorod spacing

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Jul 08, 2025 A team of Chinese scientists has developed a breakthrough technique to fine-tune the spacing of titanium dioxide nanorods-tiny structures key to improving solar energy conversion-without changing their shape or size. The result: solar cells that are not only more efficient but easier to produce at scale. Led by Prof. Wang Mingtai at the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, the researchers

“These Panels Stun the World”: China’s Non-Toxic Organic Solar Cells Smash Records With Astonishing 20% Efficiency and Eco-Friendly Performance

IN A NUTSHELL 🌞 Chinese researchers have developed organic solar cells with a record 20% efficiency, offering a breakthrough in renewable energy technology. 🔬 The new cells use a non-toxic solvent, toluene, instead of hazardous chemicals, ensuring environmental safety and sustainability. 🧪 Scientific advancements in the internal structure of the cells enhance their efficiency and [...]