Research evaluation of photovoltaic power systems

During late 1982 and early 1983, the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) conducted a wide-ranging review of photovoltaics technologies in order to assess the desirability of new research initiatives in this field. This review was based largely on the results of two workshops whose participants...

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Published in:Solar cells 1984-01, Vol.12 (1), p.221-230
Main Authors: Witwer, J.G., DeMeo, E.A., Taylor, R.W.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Energy
Exact sciences and technology
Natural energy
Solar energy
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Summary:During late 1982 and early 1983, the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) conducted a wide-ranging review of photovoltaics technologies in order to assess the desirability of new research initiatives in this field. This review was based largely on the results of two workshops whose participants included a wide cross section of photovoltaics researchers and program managers from industry, utilities, government laboratories and agencies, independent consulting firms, universities and EPRI itself. The focus of this research review was photovoltaic systems that could be used to provide bulk quantities of utility power. The various photovoltaics technologies were assessed according to the probability that, with additional research efforts, they would be able to meet specific cost and performance targets which could lead to widespread utility use. Three photovoltaics technologies were identified as meriting more aggressive research: high concentration photovoltaic arrays, tandem amorphous silicon modules and crystalline silicon sheet modules. In addition, research directed toward other photovoltaics technologies may offer potential spin-off benefits for the most promising photovoltaics options.
ISSN:0379-6787
1878-2655
DOI:10.1016/0379-6787(84)90082-6