Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics CSP
High efficiency meets sustainability: Fraunhofer lighthouse project shows the way forward for the next generation of solar cells
Over a period of five years, six Fraunhofer Institutes have combined their expertise in the Fraunhofer lighthouse project “MaNiTU” in order to identify the most sustainable paths possible for the market launch of these tandem solar cells. They were able to show that high efficiency levels can be achieved with industry-oriented processes.
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Oxygen as a valuable by-product of water electrolysis: Franziska Hönig receives DWV award
Green hydrogen is considered a key element for a successful energy transition. In her doctoral thesis, Dr. Franziska Hönig focuses on the potential of the oxygen that is also produced during electrolysis. The work is based on the results of the »LocalHy« project carried out at the Fraunhofer CSP and has now been awarded the Innovation Prize of the German Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association (DWV).
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Aluminum elements with integrated PV modules
A new project at the Fraunhofer CSP is researching production processes for connecting photovoltaic modules with aluminum components so that efficient energy generation, architectural freedom of design and cost-effective manufacturing processes are combined. Initial results will be presented at the EU PVSEC from September 23 to 27 in Vienna.
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Sustainable solar modules made from renewable raw materials
In the recently completed project “E2 - E-Quadrat. Renewable energies from renewable raw materials” the Fraunhofer CSP, together with partners, has developed a solar module in which the components that are not directly required for light-to-electricity conversion are made from biodegradable materials, recyclable materials or renewable raw materials.
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New methods for IP protection
Preparative and analytical methods in order to be able to provide legally secure evidence of patent infringements are developed by Fraunhofer CSP together with partners in the "IP protection" project.
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