Highlights

New project investigates recovery technologies for the recycling of solar modules. The Fraunhofer CSP is contributing its expertise in material analysis and process optimization.

The quality and manufacturing of the encapsulation and backsheet films play an important role in the reliability of a solar module. The Fraunhofer CSP is investigating new types of encapsulation and backsheet films for PV modules that should have a service life of at least 40 years.

In cooperation with seven partners from industry and research, the Fraunhofer CSP is scaling up climate-neutral photoelectrochemical generators separating hydrogen from water to commercial capacity.

In their joint “VR4PV” project, the Fraunhofer CSP, the Fraunhofer IFF, DENKweit GmbH and Dexor Technology GmbH conducted research on how to reduce the operating costs of solar parks and thus generate solar energy more cost-effectively in the future. Using a digital twin, novel measurement methods and machine learning, the research partners succeeded in optimising the operational management of photovoltaic parks.

Glass laminates, in which two panes are bonded with a plastic, offer unique possibilities for applications in construction and other fields. However, they reach their limits in demanding environmental conditions. Together with partners, the Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics CSP aims to develop novel, reliable composite films for such applications.

Fraunhofer CSP wants to establish Raman spectroscopy as a non-destructive and non-contact method for quality control of solar cells.

Find out more about the Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics CSP on the Fraunhofer CSP's website.