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Merck and Dyesol Join Forces On Dye Solar Cells

Merck KGaA and Dyesol Limited have signed an agreement to collaborate in the development of electrolytes for use in Dye Solar Cells (DSC)

15 Oct 2009

Solar Power For Nellis Air Force Base

A solar-energy array at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., is saving money for the Air Force and decreasing the service's reliance on fossil fuels

14 Oct 2009

Affordable Solar Power for Homes in Colorado From SunRun

SunRun, the leading national residential solar company, today announced the expansion of its affordable solar service to Colorado homeowners, becoming first in the state to offer homeowners a solar lease

13 Oct 2009

Leadership in Photovoltaic Materials Wins Award for Dow Corning

Dow Corning Corporation, a global leader in silicon-based technology and innovation, was named winner of the 2009 SOLAR Industry Award in the photovoltaic material category for its new Dow Corning® PV-6100 Encapsulant Series and manufacturing process, which have demonstrated cost savings and superior protection for solar modules

12 Oct 2009

DOE Projects Aim to Accelerate Adoption of Solar Energy and Develop Solar Workforce

At the opening of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Decathlon on the National Mall, Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced up to $87 million will be made available to support the development of new solar energy technologies and the rapid deployment of available carbon-free solar energy systems

12 Oct 2009

Adding Silver to Plastic to Make Cheap, Flexible Solar Cells

Researchers at Ohio State University are experimenting with polymer semiconductors that absorb the sun’s energy and generate electricity. The goal: lighter, cheaper, and more-flexible solar cells

8 Oct 2009

"Opportunities for Printed Silicon" Report Released by NanoMarkets Forecasting Used of Printed Silicon in Solar Cells, Displays and Other Devices

NanoMarkets, a leading industry analyst firm based here, has just released its newest report, "Opportunities for Printed Silicon: 2009 to 2016." The report continues NanoMarkets' extensive industry coverage...

8 Oct 2009