Good news for Solar panels in the near - ish future...

[Bbasso]

http://ucrtoday.ucr.edu/30606

"The ability to utilize the infrared portion of the solar spectrum could boost solar photovoltaic efficiencies by 30 percent or more"

I wonder how long before it comes out in an application for those who already have panels?

 

[calicamper]

That is some seriously bad *** stuff!! Im currently considering a 6kwh install on my house. 7yr break even cost vs my utility savings. For some of us Solar actually makes sense especially in high utility rate areas.

 

[spikemd]

Very cool research. Unfortunately, it will probably take 5 to 10 years to make it into consumer hands. I am actually surprised we haven't seen any major advances recently with so much money pumped into solar.