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Stability of perovskite solar cells tripled with protective coating - Northwestern Now
Northwestern University scientists have developed a new protective coating that significantly extends the life of perovskite solar cells, making them more practical for applications outside the lab.
“This work addresses one of the critical barriers to widespread adoption of perovskite solar cells — stability under real-world conditions,” said Northwestern’s Mercouri Kanatzidis, who co-led the study. “By chemically reinforcing the protective layers, we’ve significantly advanced the durability of these cells without compromising their exceptional efficiency, bringing us closer to a practical, low-cost alternative to silicon-based photovoltaics.” “Perovskite-based solar cells have the potential to contribute to the decarbonization of the electricity supply once we finalize their design, achieve the union of performance and durability, and scale the devices,” said Sargent, who directs the Paula M. Trienens Institute for Sustainability and Energy.
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