Perovskite Solar Modules: How Low Can You Go in Cost and Complexity for Global Manufacturing
Trystan Watson a, Sarah-Jane Potts a, Carys Worsley a, Dave Beynon a, Kat Lacey a
a SPECIFIC, Swansea University, Baglan Bay Innovation and Knowledge Centre, Baglan, SA12 7AX, United Kingdom
Materials for Sustainable Development Conference (MATSUS)
Proceedings of MATSUS Spring 2024 Conference (MATSUS24)
#COMPER24 - Towards Commercialization of Perovskite Photovoltaics: Scalability, Stability, and Circularity
Barcelona, Spain, 2024 March 4th - 8th
Organizers: Tom Aernouts, Maria Hadjipanayi and Anurag Krishna
Invited Speaker, Trystan Watson, presentation 394
DOI: https://doi.org/10.29363/nanoge.matsus.2024.394
Publication date: 18th December 2023

This talk will consider practical approaches for fabricating perovskite solar modules that use commonly available machinery rather than relying on novel or highly industrialized equipment. For example, the use of screen printing methods significantly reduces financial barriers, making advanced solar technology more accessible, especially in under-resourced areas. By focusing on machinery and tools that are widespread and easily obtainable globally, this approach democratizes the production of perovskite modules, ensuring that even communities in less affluent economies can participate in renewable energy advancements. The strategy intentionally avoids the use of overly expensive materials such as Spiro OMeTAD or gold, further contributing to the cost-effectiveness of the production process. If the factory cost entry-point can be driven down without overly compromising on performance then the manufacturing of perovskite solar modules can represent a key advancement in distributing solar energy solutions more equitably across different economic landscapes. The overall aim is to foster a more inclusive approach to renewable energy technology, making it a feasible option for a broader range of global communities.

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