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�The semi-transparent cells have a conversion efficiency of 17 percent, while still transmitting more than 10 percent of the incoming light, so they are right in the zone. It�s long been a dream to have windows that generate electricity, and now that look

Windows may soon be able to generate electricity

Australian scientists say semi-transparent solar cells that can be incorporated into window glass are a “game- changer” that could transform architecture, urban planning and electricity generation.

Branko Miletic

24 Apr 2020 • 3m read • View Author

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