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The Cool Down

The Cool Down

Oxford scientists make remarkable advancement with material that generates solar power without traditional panels: 'The future is brighter'

The Cool Down
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Oxford researchers have developed an "ultra-thin material" that provides 27% energy efficiency in converting sunlight into energy.

This is significant because the most commercially available solar panels peak at roughly 23% efficiency.

With further development, the Oxford team believes its latest photovoltaic device could exceed 45% efficiency with no need for the assistance of the panels.

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