Description
Book SynopsisThis book offers a global perspective of the current state of affairs in the field of solar power engineering. In four parts, this well-researched volume informs about:
- Established solar PV (photovoltaic) technologies
- Third-generation PV technologies based on new materials with potential for low-cost large-scale production
- Solar cell technology based on new (third-generation) concepts, such as quantum dot solar cells and nano wire solar cells using silicon and compound semiconductors
- Economic implications and effects, as well as policies and incentives in various countries of the world involved with solar energy implementation
In addition to discussing manufacturing facts and implementation issues, this book emphasizes the implications of policy measures in countries with good PV activity, such as Japan, China, India, Germany, Spai
Trade Review
Professor Jayarama Reddy is one of the best known, accomplished and inspiring scientists and teachers of PV in India. This exciting book includes the wisdom and knowledge of a master scientist and teacher who has devoted his life to developing PV for use not just in India but throughout the world. Both young scientists, new to the field, and experienced scientists will find its insights useful and inspiring as we move forward to provide the world with the energy it needs. R. W. Miles BSc ARCS MSc DIC PhD MInstP CPhys Northumbria Photovoltaics Applications Centre, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction. 2. Silicon solar cells. 3. Polycrystalline CIGS and CdTe thin film solar cells. 4. Organic and dye-sensitized solar cells. 5. High-efficiency solar devices. 6. New concepts based solar cells. 7. Policies and Incentives.
