Japan's Next-Gen Solar Aims for 20 Nuclear Reactors' Worth of Power

Japan is betting big on a "miracle material" to revolutionize its energy sector. By 2040, the country plans to generate a staggering 20 gigawatts of electricity—equivalent to the output of 20 nuclear power plants—using perovskite solar cells, a thin and flexible technology. This ambitious initiative aligns with Japan's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

With a remarkable 43% efficiency, this next-generation perovskite tandem solar cell outperforms standard silicon cells (29% efficiency) by a significant margin. This advancement accelerates the shift to renewable energy.

Think solar panels are only for rooftops? Think again! Since the 2011 Fukushima disaster, Japan has increasingly relied on solar power, now generating nearly 10% of its electricity from the sun. And with the advent of perovskite solar cells—lightweight, durable, and highly efficient—we could soon see solar panels integrated into all sorts of surfaces, like office windows and even walls.

Via Noypigeek