Imagine a solar cell that is as efficient as the best silicon panels but can be printed like a newspaper. This project makes these 'perovskite' cells last much longer by sealing them in a glass-like shield to keep them stable. It also focuses on making them eco-friendly by removing toxic materials and making them easier to recycle.
The EU relies heavily on imported solar modules with high CO2 footprints and supply chain risks. Current perovskite alternatives often lack the long-term stability and environmental safety required for mass market adoption.
A set of high-efficiency perovskite solar cells and printable modules featuring hermetic glass frit sealing and lead sequestration strategies.
If you are a manufacturer dealing with high import costs and CO2 footprints from non-EU panels — this project developed printable modules with 23.28% efficiency on 29 cm² areas that allow for local, low-cost production.
If you are a provider dealing with the need for lightweight, integrated power sources — this project developed carbon-based perovskite cells with 19.4% efficiency that can be printed directly onto surfaces.
If you are a company dealing with the toxic waste of old solar panels — this project developed lead sequestration strategies and designs for enhanced recyclability to minimize ecological impact.
The project targets the lowest manufacturing costs by using fully printable module architectures, which enables rapid industrial up-scaling and local production within the EU.
Yes, the project successfully scaled efficiency to 23.28% on mini-modules (29 cm²) and 16.13% on larger modules of 201 cm².
Based on available project data, specific licensing terms are not listed, but the project involves 4 industry partners including Dyenamo and BeDimensional.
The project developed hermetic glass frit sealing and standardized stability assessment methods to ensure the cells are as durable as a diamond.
The project runs from December 2022 to November 2025, indicating it is currently in the advanced development and testing phase.
The consortium is well-balanced for commercialization, featuring a 33% industry ratio with 4 companies and 8 academic/research entities. Led by Fraunhofer ISE, a major German research center, the group spans 7 countries, combining the theoretical depth of 6 universities with the practical scaling capabilities of SMEs like Dyenamo and PixelVoltaic.
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