India’s solar energy landscape is witnessing a promising development as P3C Technology and Solutions, a spin-off from IIT-BHU Varanasi, is developing perovskite solar module technology. Currently, the company is performing rigorous testing of its modules at India’s National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE).
From Lab to Reality: Testing and Validation
P3C Technology and Solutions has developed perovskite solar modules which measure 30 cm² and operate at a 15% efficiency level. The company achieved this important development after spending five years on research and development. The modules are currently undergo multiple tests for durability and performance at NISE. Additionally, the company plans to send its modules to the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) for further validation.
Presently, the company’s photovoltaic development includes the glass-substrate MySUN Glass model (3.2 mm thick) and the flexible-substrate MySUN flex model (0.175 mm thick). These models target commercial, rooftop, automotive, space, defense, railway, and agricultural applications.
The guidance from IIT BHU Associate Professor Imteyaz Ahmad enabled P3C to develop a local manufacturing process which uses slot-die coating methods. The company has built its own advanced production line from scratch which helps in speedy expansion of its manufacturing capacity without difficulty.
Looking ahead, P3C plans to scale up its production capacity to 60 MW throughout 2025 and 2026. This expansion will include the production of larger modules, measuring 90 cm x 180 cm.
Reference- P3C technology website, PV Magazine India, Renewable Watch