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Tandem modules: a unique opportunity for EU PV

In the coming years, tandem modules combining silicon PV and perovskite solar cells will become available. Using these modules in novel integrated solar solutions will demand close links between local market players and customers. This presents Europe with a unique opportunity to regain an important role in solar manufacturing, says Philip Pieters, business development director at imec.

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pv magazine

15 Jun 2020

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With the falling cost of PV and the rise of solar mass production in Asia, many European PV companies have been pushed out of the market, leading to a dramatic reduction of production capacity throughout Europe. However, the continent still has strong technical expertise in equipment manufacturing and excellent research capacity. How can Europe, once …

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