Dye Sensitized Photovoltaic

Dye solar technology is based on artificial photosynthesis. Dye solar cells leapfrog the earlier silicon-based photovoltaic cells because they can produce electricity in low light conditions and overcast days. The dye solar technology also does not require the use of high-priced raw materials, such as silicone, and uses a manufacturing process that does not produce toxic emissions.

Currently, there are several companies trying to commercialize the dye solar cells. These companies include DyeSol Limited, STMicroelectronics, Orionsolar, and Konarka. In March 2005, the National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded Konarka Technologies a $500,000 grant. The goal of this NSF Small Business Innovation Research Phase II project is to raise the performance of the company's dye sensitized solar cell technology.

Contacts:

Dyesol Limited
Richard Caldwell, Chairman
Peter Gill, Field Public Relations
Phone: +0292107889
Web: www.dyesol.com

STMicroelectronics
39, Chemin du Champ des Filles
C. P. 21
CH 1228 Plan-Les-Ouates
GENEVA, Switzerland
Phone: +41229292929
Fax: +4229292900
Web: www.st.com

Orionsolar Development and Research Centre Israel
David Waimann - Marketing and Business Development
Phone: +97225720170
Fax : +97225720175
Web: www.orionsolar.net

Konarka Technologies, Inc.
116 John Street
Suite 12, 3rd Floor
Lowell, MA 01852
Phone: (978) 569-1400
Fax: (978) 569-1401
Web: www.konarka.com