Researchers achieve 18.8% efficiency in large-area organic solar modules

Scientists using a molecular locking strategy demonstrated record active-area efficiency in organic solar cells, with small prototypes reaching 20.4% and larger modules hitting 18.8%, advancing the commercial viability of organic photovolta

First covered Oct 29, 2026 · 6:00 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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13d PV Magazine Researchers develop molecular locking strategy for organic solar cells — Small-area organic solar cells featuring the molecular locking strategy achieved a power conversion efficiency of 20.4%, while larger-area modules reached a…

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