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December 16, 2011
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Breakthrough design will produce conversion efficiency far in excess of current solar technology
Santa Barbara CA (SPX) Dec 15, 2011
Solar3D has announced the results of a simulated test of its new solar cell design that projects the conversion efficiency to be in excess of 25%. The test results indicate that the company's innovative design will produce conversion efficiency far in excess of current solar technology. "We are very encouraged by these test results," said Jim Nelson, President and CEO of Solar3D. "We are now evaluating various methods of fabricating a prototype. If the results of our tests hold up in fabrica ... read more

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Arizona Western College and Main Street Power Announce Completion of 5MW Solar Installation
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