Here in Hawaii at the IEEE solar conference.
Its a bit less impressive than what I thought, with lots of people simply complaining about silicon feedstock shortages and some chinese companies that have no inventory or anything to sell right now simply gaining more exposure to the industry.
However what strikes me is that there are a lot more booths touting amorphous silicon and other thin films as the solutions of the future. So whether by default or by design, thin film is here to stay. Even some of the big names like Sharp are getting well into thin film as strategies of the future.
This can only be good news for the thin film industry. More players means more control means more regulation means a more level playing field.
Aloha.
Sass
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ALOHA!!!!!!!!!!
JUstin
Just discovered your blog while searching for info on solar panels.
What is the best solar panel technology for RV applications in < 50 watt range (what should be avoided, do the flexible panels have merit?)
I live in Calgary and just purchased a new trailer which did not come with any solar charging (unlike Australia!). Is ICP supplying Costco with 3 X 18 watt panels under the Coleman trademark? (They’re backordered apparently and due at Costco at the end of the month.)
Any advice would be appreciated.