Australian manufacturer to build 500 MW perovskite-silicon tandem solar factory

A Queensland solar panel maker partnered with University of Sydney researchers secured A$7.25 million in federal funding to commercialize next-generation tandem solar cell technology with plans for a 500 MW production facility.

First covered Aug 31, 2026 · 10:36 PM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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26d PV Magazine Australian manufacturer plans 500 MW perovskite-silicon tandem solar module factory — University of Sydney researchers will team with a Queensland-based solar panel manufacturer to accelerate the commercialisation of next-generation…

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Appeared in: 2026-09-01 (#8)

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