Our heavy reliance on oil and coal in the U.S. is proof that old habits die hard. But with new technology on the horizon for solar power, this would be as good a time as any to move on to greener pastures.
HyperSolar, a company located right here in our own backyard, may not manufacture solar panels, but they know a thing or two about how they work?and their goal is to make them better.
Using photonics, HyperSolar developed a film designed to move specific light spectrums exactly where they?re needed most to increase solar panel efficiency. By how much? A monumental 300%.
This new technology could cut the cost of solar panel installations in half, while simultaneously making it faster and easier to get a return on investment.
In addition, it could put the United States back on track to being a leader in the renewable energy game.
Solar power installations are expected to increase from 16 gigawatts to 1,800 gigawatts globally over the next 20 years, and it?s about time we jump on the bandwagon.
The U.S. must lead the way toward 100% renewable power by 2030 (or sooner).
Photo Credit: OregonDOT via Flickr CC
Source: http://solar.calfinder.com/blog/solar-research/film-efficiency-cuts-cost/
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