Numerous sustainable energy sources have come onto the market, but photovoltaics remain the most popular and widely used. However, the collection modules are not noted for their efficiency. But now we have the translucent solar panel that will replace windows and has great performance.

A state-of-the-art solar panel that is translucent: what we all wanted

At the CES 2024 event, which brings together the latest advances in the field of renewable energy, the Japanese technology company inQs has presented a solar panel that is sure to innovate this sector. It is a module that is transparent, so it can be used on facades, skylights or windows of houses and buildings.

Both at home and in commerce and industry. Its name is SQPV (solar quartz panel). But what is truly revolutionary about this invention is that it has the ability to harness the full spectrum of light. In other words, it can be charged with the illumination of a light bulb.

The most efficient and advanced solar glass in the world due to its unique characteristics.

This solar panel is made of nanomaterials of various types, which are sandwiched between two conductive sheet glasses that are 2 mm thick. It has the advantage that it can capture light from both sides to create electricity, making it much more efficient in energy production.

Its transparency is based on the fact that, instead of using traditional silicon cells that are blue or black plates, it is a material called transparent silicon quartz that captures solar energy with electrodes and catalysts. So it does not retain all the light, but allows 75% to pass through.

This is to illuminate the interior space. Likewise, they can not only capture visible light, since they have the capacity to take advantage of the invisible part of it. Among which are the ultraviolet and infrared emissions. This is a condition that conventional photovoltaic panels do not have.

This high performance allows it to operate with artificial lighting and on cloudy days. Regarding the comfort in the environment, it allows a reduction of 44% in the temperature increase. Thanks to this thermal insulation, a lot of energy is saved because less air conditioning is required.

In the manufacturing process of this solar panel, materials that are available on the market and are very easy to obtain are used. Additionally, it is sustainable and has no greenhouse gas emissions. Moreover, it is recyclable and biodegradable unlike conventional panels.

This component has multiple applications in everyday life

The technology involved in this invention is a mix of versatile design and high energy efficiency. These allow it to be integrated into multiple applications in homes, businesses and industry. In fact, the company is taking orders and making deliveries in various parts of the world.

The first place where this transparent solar panel was installed was in a greenhouse belonging to the Kaijō High School in Tokyo. It was placed on all the windows. It was made for students to relate to the green technology that reduces carbon footprint.

Concluding, this translucent solar panel is a very good option for replacing glass in windows and building facades. In addition, it is very efficient because it can take advantage of the entire spectrum of light so it can be charged with artificial lighting. And, to top it off, it is recyclable and biodegradable.