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Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells Are Cheaper Than Silicon And Act More Like Plants
Science & Tech  (tags: solar cells, dye sensitized, alternative fuels )

Kimberly
- 1885 days ago - scientificblogging.com
A cheap alternative to silicon solar cells can be found in dye-sensitized solar cells. This type of cell imitates the natural conversion of sunlight into energy by plants and light-sensitive bacteria.
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Peace Monger (185)
Friday March 21, 2008, 12:06 pm
Wow... If Huihser can increase the mobility of thse "Excitons", we could be looking at a new dawn for solar. Which means... the co$t $hould be Łower, making solar panels affordable to all!
Thanx Kimberly!
 

Joycey B. (750)
Friday March 21, 2008, 2:42 pm
Noted. Thanks Kimberly.
 
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