Atomic motion could help push solar cells beyond conventional limits
Scientists have discovered a property in certain materials that could help improve solar cell efficiency beyond current limits. This property, known as the bulk photovoltaic effect, can occur even when a material's structure appears to be symmetrical. Researchers studied one such material and found this effect to persist.
Why it's good news: It suggests new ways to make solar cells more efficient, which could help increase clean energy production.
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