News & Events

The IBC4EU project, formed by 21 partners (17 funded, 4 associated), is developing cost effective and sustainable bifacial interdigitated back contact (IBC) solar cell and  module technology on pilot line level.

Successful General Assembly in Ankara: On May 15-16th, project consortium held a highly productive General Assembly in Ankara, at Kalyon PV facilities, to mark Month 18 of the  IBC4EU project, officially finalizing its first half. This gathering provided an excellent platform for all IBC4EU partners to collaborate and share valuable insights. The discussions and  presentations were enriching and set the stage for the exciting next steps of the project.

Additionally, on the second day, partners participated in Kalyon PV factory tour where they  explored the full production line of a solar panel, gaining firsthand observation and deeper understanding of the manufacturing process.

As the IBC4EU project reaches its halfway mark, we are thrilled to announce several upcoming  milestones that mark significant progress in our journey towards advancing IBC technology:

Finalizing Wafer Size: We are currently evaluating the entire value chain to determine the  optimal wafer size for pilot production. This crucial step ensures we achieve maximum 
efficiency and performance.

Verifying Wafer Thickness: Precision is paramount in our project. We are rigorously validating  our target thickness for the wafers to meet the highest standards of quality and effectiveness.

Pilot Production: We are entering the pilot production phase for IBC solar cells. Our goal is to achieve specified content and efficiency levels, which are essential for the project's success 
and future scalability.

Implementing Digital Twin Technology: In our commitment to innovation, we are incorporating Digital Twin technology into our recycling and reuse processes. This advanced technology will enhance our ability to monitor, optimize, and sustainably manage our production and recycling activities.

As we advance, we remain dedicated to our mission of developing cutting-edge solar cell technology and fostering sustainable practices within the industry. We look forward to sharing more updates as we continue to achieve our milestones and drive innovation in the renewable energy sector.

The partners involved are: 
Funded: ISC Konstanz (Germany), ProTech (Lithuania), Norsun AS (Norway), Energyra B.V.  (Netherlands), FuturaSun srl (Italy), IMEC (Belgium), CEA INES (France), TNO (Netherlands), ISFH (Germany), Copprint Technologies Ltd (Israel), LuxChemTech GmBH (Germany), WIP (Germany), UAB Valoe Cells (Lithuania), Valoe Oyj (Finland), HighLine Technology GmbH (Germany), Kalyon PV (Turkey), Becquerel Institute (Belgium)
Associated: Centrotherm AG (Germany), LPKF Laser & Electronics AG (Germany), Toyo Aluminium K.K. (Japan), RENA Technologies GmbH (Germany)

This project has received funding from the Horizon Europe Programme for Research and Innovation (2021-2027) under grant agreement No 101084259.

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