Solar energy
The sun is an infinite source of energy for all life on earth. For several decades, we humans have been able to convert the light of this star into electricity and heat. In time, we can be independent of the use of fossil fuels. A smart approach is required to lead our pathway forward to a positive solar future. TNO is therefore innovating in order to make solar energy affordable and available to all.
TNO's view of 2030: using every surface for solar power generation
If we want to generate green energy on a large scale, we'll have to be smart in using the scarce space available in the Netherlands. Within 10 years, we'll make it possible to use any surface to generate sustainable energy. Curious how?
Our latest developments
Building fires with solar panels mapped for the first time
New multifunctional solar window generates energy by reflecting light
Webinar: Solar energy in Brabant - Building a sustainable future for Europe
Carbon footprint floating solar energy systems similar to land systems
SWITCH tackles the energy issues of the future
Our impact
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SolarNL: Large-scale production of Dutch solar panels
Status project
2024-2032
In cooperation with
Solarge, MCPV, HyET Solar, Compoform, Energyra, Lightyear ...
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Roll-to-roll perovskite solar cells technology
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Recycling solar panels and circularity
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Solar PV Manufacturing Industry back to province of Noord-Brabant
Status project
March 2023 – February 2026
In cooperation with
Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij (BOM), Dutch province ...
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Solar potential on electric vehicles within Europe
Status project
2023-2026
In cooperation with
Fraunhofer ISE, Sono Motors, IM Efficiency and Lightyear Layer
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Heat generation in building components
Status project
2023 - 2025
In cooperation with
SolarTech, TU/e, ZND Nedicom, NRGTEQ
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Mass customization 2.0: integrated solar cells for the construction sector
Status project
2023 - 2026
In cooperation with
Consortium Mass customization 2.0 funded by the EU’s Horizon ...
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Accelerating energy transition built environment and infra with SolarEMR
Status project
2022-2023
In cooperation with
TNO, imec, ZUYD, HeLMo – CRIG, Soltech, KU Leuven, ...
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Solar panels on farmland
Status project
2020 - 2024
In cooperation with
Vattenfall, the Central Government Real Estate Agency (RVB), ...
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Solar panel yield rises
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Great potential of solar panel energy generated on dikes
In cooperation with
Consortium 'Zon op dijken'
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A solar farm in your neighbourhood
In cooperation with
Wageningen University & Research, Design Innovation Group en ...
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Recyclable solar panels made in Europe
Status project
Duration until 2025
In cooperation with
PILATUS consortium