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Overview of the PV Industry and Different Technologies

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Abstract

The photovoltaic (PV) industry is a fast growing industry with annual growth rate of 44%. The PV module production has also increased to meet the current market. China and Taiwan have increased their PV installation compared to European countries. Si-wafer based PV technology accounted for about 92% of the total production in 2014. This chapter is exploring different types of PV technologies and their working principles with different materials used in the device architecture.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSolar Photovoltaic Technology Production
Subtitle of host publicationPotential Environmental Impacts and Implications for Governance
EditorsSenthilarasu Sundaram, David Benson, Tapas Kumar Mallick
PublisherAcademic Press
Chapter2
Pages7-22
Number of pages16
ISBN (Electronic)9780128029688
ISBN (Print)9780128029534
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 21 Jun 2016
Externally publishedYes

Publication series

NameSolar Photovoltaic Technology Production: Potential Environmental Impacts and Implications for Governance

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