Slot-die coating drives innovation in photovoltaic manufacturing, showcasing a transformative role in the push for greener, cost-competitive energy systems.
FOM Technologies announces that Senior Scientist César Omar Ramirez Quiroz has coauthored a study titled: “Beyond Silicon: Thin-film Tandem as an Opportunity for Photovoltaics Supply Chain Diversification and Faster Power System Decarbonization Out to 2050.” The research highlights thin-film tandem photovoltaic (PV) technologies manufactured using slot-die coating as a sustainable alternative for decarbonizing power systems and diversifying the PV supply chain. Thin-film tandems produced in the EU and USA reduce GHG emissions by up to 40% per kWh compared to silicon PVs from China, with competitive costs.
César Omar Ramirez Quiroz states:
“This study marks a massive milestone for FOM as it showcases the use of slot-die coating as a competitive domestic manufacturing alternative to mainstream PV technologies. By highlighting the potential of emerging material-based PV manufacturing through Slot-Die technology, we aim to inspire policymakers, investors, and academia to prioritize supply chain diversification and accelerate the energy transition.”
Looking Ahead
“Slot-die coating is at the heart of this transformation, offering a pathway to a diversified and robust PV supply chain,” notes César.
The full study is open access: https://authors.elsevier.com/c/1j~393In-9LJ9z