A perspective on forward research and development paths for cost-effective solar energy utilization.
Solar electricity has long been recognized as a potential energy source that holds great promise. Several approaches towards converting sunlight into energy are elaborated in this Viewpoint, and discussed with respect to their feasibility for large-scale application.
Lewis
Nathan S
NS
Beckman Institute and Kavli Nanoscience Institute, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA 91125, USA. nslewis@its.caltech.edu
D004396:Coloring Agents; D004560:Electricity; D043942:Nanotubes; D012106:Research; D012993:Solar Energy / Q000191:economics*
D004396:Coloring Agents