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New Solar Cells Achieve 37.6% Efficiency, Transform IoT

8/13/2025

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Researchers at University College London have unveiled groundbreaking perovskite solar cells that convert an impressive 37.6% of indoor light into electricity, surpassing current models. Built to last over five years, these robust cells could revolutionize low-energy devices, potentially eliminating battery replacements and paving the way for a sustainable future in the Internet of Things.

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Researchers at University College London have unveiled groundbreaking perovskite solar cells that convert an impressive 37.6% of indoor light into electricity, surpassing current models. Built to last over five years, these robust cells could revolutionize low-energy devices, potentially eliminating battery replacements and paving the way for a sustainable future in the Internet of Things.