Japan has made a major milestone in record breaking Solar Energy technology by developing solar panels capable of producing energy equivalent to 20 nuclear reactors. These advanced solar panels, referred to as “supercells,” use next-generation Perovskite Solar Cell (PSC) technology, setting a new benchmark for Solar Energy solutions.
The Japanese government is planning to generate some 20 gigawatts of electricity and equivalent to the output of 20 nuclear reactor, through thin and bendable perovskite solar cells by fiscal 2040.
The Japanese government has set a goal to promote the use of perovskite solar cells for the creation of a carbon-neutral society.
This Supercell is capable of producing energy equivalent to 20 nuclear reactors. This technology could be a game changer in renewable energy field.
Using Perovskite Solar Cell govt plans to blend PSCs Energy in current renewable energy generation to reach targets of 36%-38% renewable energy by 2030. Furthermore govt plans to generate 20 gigawatts electricity by PSCs technology by 2040. This Solar supercell will help reduce carbon emission, creating a cleaner future and access to low cost energy. Economically, this technology will create millions of jobs and position Japan as a leader in the energy sector.
Officials from the Ministry of industry have decided to work towards reducing the cost of electricity generation from these next-generation solar cells to the level of early solar technology.
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PSC Solar notable for their thin, lightweight, and flexible properties, allowing installation on various surface such as building walls, windows and vehicle roofs. This versatility addresses space constraints in densely populated urban areas, enabling integration into existing structures and promoting local energy production. By 2050, they are expected to play a key role in achieving carbon neutrally as a CO2-free Solar energy solutions
Difference Between Perovskite Solar Cells & Silicon Solar Cells
| Perovskite Solar Cells | Silicon Solar Cells | |
| Weight (example) | 0.25kg/m2 | 22kg/m2 (including 7kg for the frame) |
| Power generation efficiency (example) | 26% (cell), 15% (module) | 14-20% |
| Power generation characteristics (low light conditions) | High power generation efficiency | Lower power generation efficiency |
| Shape | Lightweight & flexible | Heavy & rigid |
| Devices & Locations | High versatility | Limited versatility |
| Manufacturing cost | Low cost | High cost |
| Invention | 2009 (starting in Japan) | 1950s |
Perovskite solar cells are expected to be the next- generation solar cells leading the transformation towards renewable energy as the primary power source for carbon- neutral solutions.
Companies like Sekisui Chemical Co. are working on the PSCs {perovskite Solar Cells}. Before widespread use, it is necessary to address challenges such as durability and cost, which are estimated to be resolved by the 2030s.
Japan’s supercell has proven that through technology and commitment, we can move towards a sustained and bright future. In the coming times, this innovation can carry its message of light to every corner of the world.
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