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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Photovoltaic solar energy by École Polytechnique
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About the Course
The course is an introduction to the photovoltaic (PV) applications in the general mix energetic context dominated by climate warming mitigation.
The various uses of solar energy are firstly presented before a short description of the principle of the direct solar photon conversion into electricity (PV).
The various PV technologies are reviewed in the current context dominated by crystalline silicon cells. The perspectives of the various technologies are then analysed in terms of R&D investments.
From a more scientific point of view the basis of the solar cell operation is presented from the solar spectrum characteristics. The fundamentals of PV conversion are summarized. In particular the various sources of the conversion efficiency limitations are reviewed.
The solar PV systems, from cells to grids, are also addressed, with a particular emphasis on the challenges of grid-integration of PV and the development of storage technologies.
The environmental and social impacts of PV are compared to the competing energy sources. Generally PV is at advantage as referred to other fossil or renewable sources.
Finally the fast evolution of economics and financing of PV is presented together with the current key players, mostly Asian companies.
Top reviews
YZ
Apr 17, 2020
Very good overview of solar energy and practical knowledge .
also a lot of details on how the technology works.
I am glad that i completed the course
RS
Sep 15, 2019
I am glad that i completed the course even i am busy and i summed up some knowledge on Photovoltaic and its development and importance in future.
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By Marina M
•Oct 23, 2021
It doesn't allow me to un-enroll.
By T.N V K
•Jul 8, 2020
not able to understand the accent
By Mohammed A A A
•Jan 12, 2022
one of the worst courses ever
By Eric M
•Jul 16, 2020
Can't understand one word
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