Bifacial gain of rooftop solar PV

We accurately simulate the performance of bifacial solar panels on rooftop installations in our new study. We find that light roofs, which are common in Australia, could improve annual energy output by more than 20%.

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Contactless light-trapping analysis from photoluminescence

Contactless light-trapping analysis from photoluminescence

Photoluminescence enables contactless wafer-level measurement of silicon light trapping, supporting rapid comparison and optimisation of textures.

Data-driven screening for second-life solar modules

Data-driven screening for second-life solar modules

Automated I-V and EL screening improves second-life PV assessment, but ~14% of passing modules still fail insulation safety testing.

Making second-life solar modules safer at scale

Making second-life solar modules safer at scale

Around 15% of performance-qualified used PV modules failed safety testing. We explore scalable pathways for safer second-life solar deployment.

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