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Photovoltaics

Photovoltaics (PV) projects are likely to focus on identifying, developing and evaluating novel materials and/or cell structures that offer significant improvements in performance, reliability and generation costs. Research into possible ‘third generation’ PV is encouraged. Incremental technology developments that offer significant cost reduction will also be considered. Proposals should demonstrate technical advantages over competing approaches and good prospects for sustainable business in the UK. Applicants should offer credible teams with relevant scientific and industrial skills, financial resources, and who can demonstrate a commitment to longer-term development.

Proposals should be led and driven by industry but can involve collaboration with academia. Proposals may also include international collaborations where these deliver a clear net benefit to the UK. However, the DTI will not contribute to the costs of non-UK participants.