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From a more scientific point of view the basis of the solar cell operation is presented from the solar spectrum characteristics. The fundamentals of PV conversion are summarized. In particular the various sources of the conversion efficiency limitations are reviewed.
The solar PV systems, from cells to grids, are also addressed, with a particular emphasis on the challenges of grid-integration of PV and the development of storage technologies.
The environmental and social impacts of PV are compared to the competing energy sources. Generally PV is at advantage as referred to other fossil or renewable sources.
Finally the fast evolution of economics and financing of PV is presented together with the current key players, mostly Asian companies.
Syllabus
WEEK 1
Photovoltaic Solar Energy
General presentation of the solar energy and the photovoltaic cell technologies in the global context energetics.
WEEK 2
Solar cell operation
Description of the solar Spectrum and brief presentation of solar cell and solar module operations.
WEEK 3
Solar photovoltaic systems
Survey of the economics of the Photovoltaic industry. Social impacts, storage and grid integration of the PV energy.
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