Unprecedented discovery could expand solar power generation even after the end of the day

Researchers around the world have been working tirelessly to create technologies that maximize solar energy harvesting. Recently, scientists developed a revolutionary solar panel capable of continuing to collect energy even after sunset. This technology could arrive in Brazil in the coming years and generate jobs, in addition to investments.

The new solar panel was developed by the University of Ohio and can collect solar energy during the day. Furthermore, it can store this energy in a thermal device. From there, the energy will be used to power the home's electrical needs overnight. Continue to find out more!

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New discovery will stimulate the use of solar panels and also increase the employment of engineers in the area

This breakthrough represents a major step forward for the solar energy industry and could have significant implications for reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The technology could also be used in remote regions, where the electrical grid is not available or is too expensive to deploy.

In addition to its environmental benefits, solar panel innovation can bring many Employment Opportunities. With the growing demand for energy, the industry is always looking for engineers and scientists to develop ever more efficient technologies.

Solar energy is a clean, renewable and sustainable source that has become increasingly accessible and popular around the world. Brazil, in particular, has great potential for solar energy, given its privileged geographic location.

However, the country still has a long way to go to increase its use. Currently, the solar energy industry in Brazil is still small, but growing. Rio Grande do Sul, for example, is one of the main producers in the country.

With the innovation of the solar panel that collects energy even after sunset, it is possible that the solar energy sector in Brazil and Rio Grande do Sul will grow even more. This could boost the economy and create jobs, as well as help reduce dependence on fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions.

Solar energy in Brazil is a sector that grows every day more

According to the Brazilian Association of Photovoltaic Solar Energy (ABSOLUTE), installed capacity in Brazil surpassed the 11 gigawatts (GW) mark in 2022, which represents an 84% growth compared to 2021. The adoption of technology by small and medium-sized residential consumers was what drove the expansion.

In addition, ABSOLAR projects that installed capacity in Brazil should reach 25 GW by 2025, which represents an increase of more than 100% compared to 2022. This forecast is based on the increased interest of large companies and governments in adopting renewable energy sources.

Still according to ABSOLAR, photovoltaic solar energy is already responsible for more than 150 jobs in Brazil. They are distributed between direct and indirect jobs, and this number tends to grow even more in the coming years.

In addition, the entity claims that solar energy can be an important tool for reducing social and regional inequalities in the country. After all, remote areas can receive the installation of this type of energy, benefiting communities that still do not have access to the conventional electrical grid.

Given this scenario, it is possible to state that this renewable source is increasingly present in Brazil and should continue to grow in the coming years. Thus, it will boost the creation of jobs and contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.