Polymer solar cells for solar energy conversion

The scientific outcome of the project is a deep understanding of the delicate balance between the materials, the process, and the solar cell’s performance. This understanding is utilized to develop, demonstrate and industrialise the first generation of polymer solar cells, and to establish the scientific foundation for the next generation, which unlike the first generation does not involve the use vacuum, indium and hazardous solvents. These next-generation solar cells are designed for grid-tied electricity production. The project's industrial impact is; 8 patent applications, 1 approved utility model and new product launches in 3 Danish companies. The scientific impact is; 4 PhDs, 1 postdoc and 84 peer reviewed publication, more of them highly cited. The publications have been strong drivers for 32 new R&D projects and 5 scientific awards received in the project period.