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title: A semi-transparent film transforms solar energy into electricity
description: It is customary to see classic silicone solar panels on roofs and the sides of buildings. However, in order to exploit the potential of...
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# [A semi-transparent film transforms solar energy into electricity](https://www.ibsafoundation.org/en/blog/a-semi-transparent-film-transforms-solar-energy-into-electricity)

 Written by [Luca Nicola](https://www.ibsafoundation.org/en/blog/author/luca-nicola) | 13 Jun 2018

 

It is customary to see classic silicone solar panels on roofs and the sides of buildings. However, in order to exploit the potential of curved surfaces and tensile structures, today we can use organic photovoltaics, made from compounds dissolved in ink that are then printed and shaped using simple techniques. The result is a semi-transparent, flexible and light film that converts solar energy into electricity.

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