REC Showcases New Cell Technology at Solar Energy UK 2013

REC presented its latest concept technology at Solar Energy UK, Oct. 8-10 in Birmingham, England. REC exhibited its half-cut cell technology, a result of its extensive research and development into efficient cell design, at the British Photovoltaic Association booth. The cells are half the size of the cells used in regular 60-cell panels. This new design reduces internal losses, leading to improved performance in energy yield especially at times of high irradiance.

“Advances in technology, such as half-cut cells, are vital steps in bringing the most innovative solar technology to all segments – residential, commercial and industrial as well as large-scale power plants,” highlighted Luc Graré, senior vice president solar sales and marketing, REC. “The UK solar market has great potential for growth and we are confident new solutions such as this will help support large-scale adoption of solar power.”

“The ever-increasing rise in energy prices is driving demand for a more efficient and cost-effective source of electricity,” Graré added. “In all segments, we’re seeing huge growth potential in self consumption, which is an attractive option for both businesses and homeowners. Feed-in-tariffs and improvements in storage systems are making self consumption a much more viable and cost-effective option. We have some projects in the early stages of development and are committed to investing in the region.”

In total, the UK has 2.7 GW of solar installed, of which half is attributed to residential systems and 22% to commercial rooftop systems. In close collaboration with its UK partners, more than 64 MW with REC solar panels have been installed in the country.