Oxford PV

Oxford Photovoltaics (Oxford PV) is a spin-off from the University of Oxford, founded in 2010 by Henry Snaith and Kevin Arthur. The company focuses on the development and commercialization of perovskite-based solar technologies, which serve as low-cost and high-efficiency alternatives to conventional solar technologies.

Oxford PV develops and produces tandem solar cells that achieve significantly higher efficiency and energy generation per square meter by combining perovskite materials with standard silicon solar cells. This technology allows for more energy to be harvested from the same area, leading to more efficient land use and a lower Levelized Cost of Electricity (LCOE)[2][4][5].

Some of the company's standout products and initiatives include:

• Perovskite-on-Silicon Tandem Modules: These modules recently achieved an efficiency of 26.9% and are used in utility-scale installations to increase energy generation[2][3].
• Solar Hammer Module: In collaboration with Sunmaxx PVT, Oxford PV is developing photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) modules that generate both electrical energy and heat, achieving an overall efficiency of 80%[2].

The mission of Oxford PV is to make solar energy more accessible and sustainable through innovative, cost-effective, and highly efficient technologies. The company is committed to accelerating the energy transition and combating the climate crisis by developing technologies that provide more energy with the same land use at lower costs[4][5].

Oxford PV is dedicated to developing sustainable solutions for the energy sector. These include:

• Scaling Production: The company plans to scale its production in Brandenburg an der Havel to gigawatt levels and develop economic solutions for households, specialized sectors, and the energy industry[3].
• Innovation and Efficiency: Through the continuous advancement of perovskite technology, Oxford PV aims to improve the efficiency and lifespan of solar cells to provide sustainable energy sources in the long term[2][4].

Oxford PV recently started the commercial production of its perovskite tandem modules at the factory in Brandenburg an der Havel and delivered the first modules to a customer in the USA. These milestones mark a significant step in the commercialization of perovskite technologies and highlight the potential of these innovations for future solar energy generation[2][3].

• 1 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxford_Photovoltaics
• 2 - https://www.perovskite-info.com/oxford-photovoltaics-oxford-pv
• 3 - https://www.pv-magazine.de/2024/09/05/oxford-pv-beginnt-in-brandenburg-mit-der-kommerziellen-produktion-seiner-perowskit-tandemmodule/
• 4 - https://www.oxfordpv.com
• 5 - https://de.oxfordpv.com