Technology · Day
2026-11-02
3 stories in this section.
New framework identifies key costs of photovoltaic panel recycling
The article presents a new structured framework for assessing PV recycling costs, validated through a systematic review of 23 studies and expert evaluation. This provides a methodological tool for professionals to analyze end-of-life management costs in markets with specific regulatory and market conditions.
Envision deploys 800 V DC power based on solid-state transformers at its Ulanqab AI data center
Envision has deployed an 800 V DC power system using solid-state transformers and BESS at its Galaxy AI data center in Ulanqab, China. This commercial operation provides a critical reference for integrating renewable energy with high-demand AI computing loads.
Ultra-thin perovskite solar cells achieve near-27% efficiency, expanding clean energy potential
Researchers from Southeast University and Soochow University published a method for flexible perovskite solar cells achieving near 27% efficiency in small-scale devices. This progress in efficiency and stability is significant for expanding solar applications to curved or mobile surfaces where rigid panels are impracti