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Perovskite/Silicon Tandem Solar Cell

Clean energy - Solar

Increasing energy conversion efficiency and versatility of solar cells for various applications.

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EneCoat Technologies Co., Ltd.

Company Established Year

Since 2018

Who is this solution for

Govt, Business

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To sell

Project Status

In commerce

Looking to expand internationally

Yes

Doing business in

worldwide

Awards and certifications

Japanese Green Innovation Fund Project Selection

2021

Chosen for next-generation solar cell development funding.

Series C Funding (¥5.5 billion)

2024

Raised to scale perovskite technology enabling diverse energy applications.

World-Record Efficiency Announcement

2025

Achieved over 30% conversion efficiency in perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells for joint applications.

Product description

EneCoat’s perovskite/silicon 4-terminal tandem solar cell is a cutting-edge solution that revolutionizes solar energy conversion. By combining semitransparent perovskite films with traditional silicon cells, this innovative technology achieves energy conversion efficiencies exceeding 30% in lab settings.

The ultrathin and flexible architecture of the tandem cell allows for high efficiency even in low-light conditions, such as cloudy skies or indoor light. It can be utilized across a wide range of applications, including automotive roofs, wearable devices, emergency shelters, and satellites.

The perovskite layer is manufactured using a low-temperature roll-to-roll coating process, providing scalability and cost advantages. The transparent film enables infrared light to pass through to the silicon cell underneath, optimizing energy capture across the solar spectrum.

Its lightweight and bendable nature make it suitable for integration into curved and portable structures, enabling 'power anywhere' and supporting mobility and distributed power generation. Collaborative projects with industry leaders like Toyota for automotive integration and the Tokyo Government for IoT-sensor-equipped urban infrastructure showcase the versatility of this modular and efficient solar solution.

EneCoat’s tandem solar cell plays a crucial role in advancing carbon-neutral objectives by unlocking new use cases where conventional panels fall short, making it a key player in the transition to sustainable energy solutions.

Key characteristics and environmental benefits

  • Combines perovskite and silicon technologies for enhanced energy conversion
  • Ultrathin and flexible design for high efficiency in low-light conditions
  • Manufactured using a low-temperature roll-to-roll coating process for scalability
  • Transparent film optimizes energy capture across the solar spectrum
  • Lightweight and bendable for integration into various structures and applications
  • Supports mobility and distributed power generation
  • Enables joint development projects for versatile applications
  • Contributes to carbon-neutral objectives by unlocking new use cases

About the Company

EneCoat Technologies is a Kyoto University spin-off founded in January 2018, focused on developing and commercializing ultrathin perovskite solar cell films and modules. Their mission is to support a clean, sustainable energy future by enabling flexible, lightweight solar power generation anywhere—from rooftops and wearable devices to electric vehicles, emergency shelters, and satellites. The company’s state-of-the-art perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells recently achieved over 30% conversion efficiency. Utilizing low-temperature coating processes, EneCoat produces high-performance solar films that work under low and indoor light conditions as well as outdoors, delivering cost-effective, scalable solutions. Through joint efforts—including projects with Toyota and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government—they are accelerating real-world applications of next-generation solar technologies. Backed by Series C funding of ¥5.5 billion and support from Japan’s Green Innovation Fund, EneCoat continues to drive innovation with the goal of enabling carbon-neutral, ubiquitous solar energy.

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