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VOL. 10, ISSUE 4 (2025)
Solar energy technologies: Photovoltaics, thermal systems, and emerging innovations
Authors
Akshay Chavan, Shubham Jadhav, Atish Mote
Abstract
Solar energy technologies have emerged as central pillars in the
transition to sustainable and low-carbon energy systems. Photovoltaic (PV)
systems convert sunlight directly into electricity, while solar thermal systems
transform solar radiation into heat for residential, industrial, and
large-scale power applications. Both approaches continue to advance through
innovations in materials, system design, and energy storage. Recent
breakthroughs such as perovskite solar cells, bifacial panels, floating solar
farms, and AI-driven optimization strategies have enhanced efficiency, reduced
costs, and expanded deployment potential. Despite these advantages, challenges
such as intermittency, high upfront costs, and policy uncertainty remain
barriers to large-scale adoption. This paper reviews the principles,
applications, benefits, and limitations of PV and solar thermal technologies,
alongside emerging innovations shaping the global renewable energy landscape.
It highlights the transformative role of solar energy in achieving climate goals,
improving energy security, and fostering sustainable development.
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Pages:114-119
How to cite this article:
Akshay Chavan, Shubham Jadhav, Atish Mote "Solar energy technologies: Photovoltaics, thermal systems, and emerging innovations". International Journal of Advanced Research and Development, Vol 10, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 114-119
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