Timeline of solar cells

A conventional silicon solar cell
Price per watt history for conventional (c-Si) solar cells since 1977
Swanson's law – the learning curve of solar PV
Growth of photovoltaics – worldwide cumulative capacity since 1992

The timeline of solar cells begins in the 19th century when it is observed that the presence of sunlight is capable of generating usable electrical energy. Solar cells have gone on to be used in many applications. They have historically been used in situations where electrical power from the grid was unavailable.

1800s

1900–1929

1930–1959

1960–1978

1980–1999

2000–present

See also

References

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