THORNTON, USA: Ascent Solar Technologies Inc., a developer of flexible thin-film solar modules, has signed a multi-year direct supply agreement with TurtleEnergy LLC, a premium photovoltaic (PV) systems integrator headquartered in Linden, New Jersey.
John Millard, founder of TurtleEnergy, stated, “Ascent Solar is well-positioned to reduce the cost of PV systems and enable introduction of innovative product solutions to the marketplace with its lightweight, flexible and high efficiency PV modules. This is a perfect compliment to our company as a leader in introducing new and unique value-added solutions for clients.
“Under our development agreement with Ascent Solar, we have gained considerable experience working with its product over the past ten months and are now pleased to become a customer as we plan to be the first solar systems integrator to come to market using our leading-edge approach using these materials.”
Under the terms of the agreement, Ascent Solar expects to deliver up to 67 MW of its high efficiency flexible CIGS photovoltaic modules during the five year contract period. Ascent Solar is scheduled to begin shipping products to TurtleEnergy from its Thornton, Colorado manufacturing plant early next year.
Ascent Solar President and CEO Farhad Moghadam added, “We believe that this order will help establish Ascent Solar in one of the fastest growing markets in the United States. We are focused on enabling companies like TurtleEnergy to address new market opportunities, add value to existing lines of business and set a higher performance standard for flexible PV. TurtleEnergy is an excellent partner to have in reaching our new target markets.”
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Friday, September 25, 2009
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Ascent Solar internally certifies module encapsulation material for flexible PV laminate
THORNTON, USA: Ascent Solar Technologies Inc., a developer of state of the art flexible thin-film solar modules, announced the successful internal qualification of a packaging solution for its flexible monolithically integrated CIGS modules.
In internal qualification testing, its flexible packaging solution successfully passed the rigorous standard of one thousand (1,000) hours of damp heat testing (85 percent relative humidity and 85° C temperature) guideline set forth by IEC 61646 standards for performance and long term reliability of thin film solar modules.
Dr. Farhad Moghadam, CEO of Ascent Solar, stated: "This is a breakthrough development not just for Ascent Solar but also for the advancement of flexible CIGS technology and the differentiating capabilities it brings to the market.
"We are very proud of this achievement which now sets the stage for certification of our products by external agencies. This is also well timed to meet the requirements of our initial production from the 30 MW high volume manufacturing plant scheduled to commence at the beginning of 2010.”
In internal qualification testing, its flexible packaging solution successfully passed the rigorous standard of one thousand (1,000) hours of damp heat testing (85 percent relative humidity and 85° C temperature) guideline set forth by IEC 61646 standards for performance and long term reliability of thin film solar modules.
Dr. Farhad Moghadam, CEO of Ascent Solar, stated: "This is a breakthrough development not just for Ascent Solar but also for the advancement of flexible CIGS technology and the differentiating capabilities it brings to the market.
"We are very proud of this achievement which now sets the stage for certification of our products by external agencies. This is also well timed to meet the requirements of our initial production from the 30 MW high volume manufacturing plant scheduled to commence at the beginning of 2010.”
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Ascent Solar appoints Dr. Farhad Moghadam as CEO
THORNTON, USA: Ascent Solar Technologies Inc., a developer of state of the art flexible thin-film solar modules, announced the appointment of Dr. Farhad Moghadam as the company's President and Chief Executive Officer.
The appointment will become effective August 3, 2009. Dr. Moghadam brings to Ascent Solar extensive senior executive experience in global operations, business development and commercialization of complex, state-of-the-art technologies.
Dr. Moghadam most recently served as Senior Vice President and General Manager at Applied Materials, Inc., where, among other things, he led the Thin Films Product Group, Applied's largest business unit, and was responsible for managing over 1,100 Applied employees in the US, Europe and Asia. He also served on the board of directors of Sokudo Co. Ltd. Before joining Applied, Dr. Moghadam held management positions at Intel.
He received his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Stanford University. He has authored over 250 publications and is a named inventor on approximately 65 patents. Since 2007, Dr. Moghadam has been engaged with prominent private equity firms, and he recently assisted companies seeking to participate in the US Department of Energy loan guarantee program with independent engineering assessments and bankability evaluations.
Welcoming Dr. Moghadam, Ascent Solar's founder and Chairman Dr. Mohan Misra stated: “Ascent Solar is moving rapidly on many business fronts, and we expect that the addition of Dr. Moghadam to lead our company will help us meet the challenges associated with the rapid growth we see ahead. After an extensive search lasting nine months, we are delighted that Dr. Moghadam has chosen to become Ascent Solar's new President and CEO.
"Dr. Moghadam possesses an impressive track record at Applied and Intel in shaping and building the businesses of those leading companies. We are confident that Ascent Solar will benefit significantly from Dr. Moghadam’s outstanding, broad based qualifications and experience."
“Ascent Solar is among a very few PV companies which has proven technology ready for high volume manufacturing of CIGS PV material on a plastic substrate,” said Dr. Moghadam.
“There are two key constraints in solar industry today --- efficiency and cost. I believe that Ascent Solar, through extensive process development and characterization, has a unique product ready for scale-up. I am excited about joining the company and to be part of the team to grow and establish Ascent Solar as a leader in the market for lightweight, flexible PV modules.”
The appointment will become effective August 3, 2009. Dr. Moghadam brings to Ascent Solar extensive senior executive experience in global operations, business development and commercialization of complex, state-of-the-art technologies.
Dr. Moghadam most recently served as Senior Vice President and General Manager at Applied Materials, Inc., where, among other things, he led the Thin Films Product Group, Applied's largest business unit, and was responsible for managing over 1,100 Applied employees in the US, Europe and Asia. He also served on the board of directors of Sokudo Co. Ltd. Before joining Applied, Dr. Moghadam held management positions at Intel.
He received his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Stanford University. He has authored over 250 publications and is a named inventor on approximately 65 patents. Since 2007, Dr. Moghadam has been engaged with prominent private equity firms, and he recently assisted companies seeking to participate in the US Department of Energy loan guarantee program with independent engineering assessments and bankability evaluations.
Welcoming Dr. Moghadam, Ascent Solar's founder and Chairman Dr. Mohan Misra stated: “Ascent Solar is moving rapidly on many business fronts, and we expect that the addition of Dr. Moghadam to lead our company will help us meet the challenges associated with the rapid growth we see ahead. After an extensive search lasting nine months, we are delighted that Dr. Moghadam has chosen to become Ascent Solar's new President and CEO.
"Dr. Moghadam possesses an impressive track record at Applied and Intel in shaping and building the businesses of those leading companies. We are confident that Ascent Solar will benefit significantly from Dr. Moghadam’s outstanding, broad based qualifications and experience."
“Ascent Solar is among a very few PV companies which has proven technology ready for high volume manufacturing of CIGS PV material on a plastic substrate,” said Dr. Moghadam.
“There are two key constraints in solar industry today --- efficiency and cost. I believe that Ascent Solar, through extensive process development and characterization, has a unique product ready for scale-up. I am excited about joining the company and to be part of the team to grow and establish Ascent Solar as a leader in the market for lightweight, flexible PV modules.”
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Ascent Solar exceeds 10pc CIGS module efficiency milestone
THORNTON, USA: Ascent Solar Technologies Inc., a developer of state-of-the-art flexible thin-film solar modules, announced that it has achieved its initial target module efficiency goal of 10 percent for its flexible Copper, Indium, Gallium, Selenide (CIGS) monolithically integrated modules.
The US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has independently verified that the modules measured as high as 10.4 percent in conversion efficiency. The modules tested at NREL were standard 429 cm2 modules produced by the company’s 1.5MW production line that was put into commercial production in the first quarter of 2009.
Dr. Prem Nath, Sr. Vice President of Production Operations for Ascent Solar, stated: “This is a significant breakthrough in demonstrating our ability to manufacture monolithically integrated flexible CIGS modules with greater than 10 percent module efficiency in commercial production. Ascent’s high-volume 30MW commercial plant is scheduled to commence initial production at the beginning of 2010.
"Module efficiency of 10 percent is a vital element for our low-cost-per-watt manufacturing goal in high volume and will establish Ascent Solar as a leader in the production of lightweight flexible photovoltaics used for portable power and building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products.”
Dr. Harin S. Ullal, Senior Project Manager for the National Center for Photovoltaics at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, stated: “Ascent Solar has made progress in advancing the state-of-the-art flexible, lightweight thin-film CIGS PV technology. NREL has independently verified module conversion efficiency of more than 10 percent for several thin-film CIGS monolithically integrated modules deposited on flexible, lightweight plastic substrates.”
The US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has independently verified that the modules measured as high as 10.4 percent in conversion efficiency. The modules tested at NREL were standard 429 cm2 modules produced by the company’s 1.5MW production line that was put into commercial production in the first quarter of 2009.
Dr. Prem Nath, Sr. Vice President of Production Operations for Ascent Solar, stated: “This is a significant breakthrough in demonstrating our ability to manufacture monolithically integrated flexible CIGS modules with greater than 10 percent module efficiency in commercial production. Ascent’s high-volume 30MW commercial plant is scheduled to commence initial production at the beginning of 2010.
"Module efficiency of 10 percent is a vital element for our low-cost-per-watt manufacturing goal in high volume and will establish Ascent Solar as a leader in the production of lightweight flexible photovoltaics used for portable power and building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products.”
Dr. Harin S. Ullal, Senior Project Manager for the National Center for Photovoltaics at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, stated: “Ascent Solar has made progress in advancing the state-of-the-art flexible, lightweight thin-film CIGS PV technology. NREL has independently verified module conversion efficiency of more than 10 percent for several thin-film CIGS monolithically integrated modules deposited on flexible, lightweight plastic substrates.”
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Ascent Solar's 5-meter CIGS based PV laminate
THORNTON, USA: Ascent Solar Technologies Inc., a developer of state-of-the-art, flexible thin-film photovoltaic modules, has manufactured a monolithically interconnected 5 meter long flexible light weight module on a polyimide substrate.
Ascent Solar Sr. Vice President for Production Operations Dr. Prem Nath stated: “This is the largest monolithically interconnected CIGS module on polyimide and may be the largest of any CIGS module regardless of construction. The size and efficiency of this module make it a breakthrough for the emerging opportunities of flexible CIGS photovoltaic modules.”
The CIGS based thin film material used in this module was manufactured using the company’s unique 1.5 MW roll-to-roll manufacturing line. The module was encapsulated during the testing and qualification of equipment that will be used for its 30 MW plant under construction.
Based on internal test and evaluation, this 5M long module weighs 2kg and produces 123W (under standard test conditions) with an aperture area efficiency of 9.1 percent. This length is a baseline for the company’s development of large area flexible building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products with our strategic BIPV partners.
Ascent Solar Sr. Vice President for Production Operations Dr. Prem Nath stated: “This is the largest monolithically interconnected CIGS module on polyimide and may be the largest of any CIGS module regardless of construction. The size and efficiency of this module make it a breakthrough for the emerging opportunities of flexible CIGS photovoltaic modules.”The CIGS based thin film material used in this module was manufactured using the company’s unique 1.5 MW roll-to-roll manufacturing line. The module was encapsulated during the testing and qualification of equipment that will be used for its 30 MW plant under construction.
Based on internal test and evaluation, this 5M long module weighs 2kg and produces 123W (under standard test conditions) with an aperture area efficiency of 9.1 percent. This length is a baseline for the company’s development of large area flexible building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) products with our strategic BIPV partners.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Ascent's solar modules to be designed into development of hybrid, unmanned aerial vehicle
THORNTON, USA: Ascent Solar Technologies Inc. announced that its state-of-the-art, flexible thin-film photovoltaic modules will be designed into the development of a hybrid unmanned aerial vehicle (H-UAV) called the Silent Sentinel developed by Bye Aerospace, Inc. The H-UAV will be designed primarily for military use; however, its capabilities will also include a broad spectrum of civil applications.
The first of its kind hybrid utilizes stored electric power, thin film solar photovoltaics (PV), and other technologies to enhance its endurance, quiet operations and low emissions. Bye Aerospace is teamed with thin film PV manufacturer Ascent Solar to develop the solar energy capability on the aircraft.
For primary propulsion, the hybrid UAV will be coupled with an advanced Williams International FJ33 turbofan. The efficient engine will provide the UAV remarkable climb rates and high altitude quick access to areas requiring surveillance.
Charlie Johnson, COO of Bye Aerospace, said the Silent Sentinel is a robust, long-range UAV that will incorporate several proprietary clean energy features.
“Ultimately, it will provide advanced tactical reconnaissance functionality while utilizing a uniquely long endurance, highly capable tactical sensor platform that is operationally stealthy and cost-effective to operate. The unique characteristics of the Ascent Solar flexible modules allow us to design this UAV to become very energy efficient.”
Dr. Joseph Armstrong, Chief Technical Officer of Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. stated: “Our flexible, monolithically integrated CIGS PV technology offers the ideal combination of low weight, higher voltage, and high performance that makes it ideal for applications such as the Silent Sentinel, and we look forward to providing Bye Aerospace the materials they require for their vehicle.”
Potential military applications include border patrol, search and rescue, visual and thermal reconnaissance, and forward air control. In addition, potential civil applications include traffic control, pipeline and power line inspection, aerial law enforcement, forest fire detection and aerial photography.
Initial meetings are being conducted with US Government entities regarding the capabilities of the aircraft. More are planned in the near term.
The first of its kind hybrid utilizes stored electric power, thin film solar photovoltaics (PV), and other technologies to enhance its endurance, quiet operations and low emissions. Bye Aerospace is teamed with thin film PV manufacturer Ascent Solar to develop the solar energy capability on the aircraft.
For primary propulsion, the hybrid UAV will be coupled with an advanced Williams International FJ33 turbofan. The efficient engine will provide the UAV remarkable climb rates and high altitude quick access to areas requiring surveillance.
Charlie Johnson, COO of Bye Aerospace, said the Silent Sentinel is a robust, long-range UAV that will incorporate several proprietary clean energy features.
“Ultimately, it will provide advanced tactical reconnaissance functionality while utilizing a uniquely long endurance, highly capable tactical sensor platform that is operationally stealthy and cost-effective to operate. The unique characteristics of the Ascent Solar flexible modules allow us to design this UAV to become very energy efficient.”
Dr. Joseph Armstrong, Chief Technical Officer of Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. stated: “Our flexible, monolithically integrated CIGS PV technology offers the ideal combination of low weight, higher voltage, and high performance that makes it ideal for applications such as the Silent Sentinel, and we look forward to providing Bye Aerospace the materials they require for their vehicle.”
Potential military applications include border patrol, search and rescue, visual and thermal reconnaissance, and forward air control. In addition, potential civil applications include traffic control, pipeline and power line inspection, aerial law enforcement, forest fire detection and aerial photography.
Initial meetings are being conducted with US Government entities regarding the capabilities of the aircraft. More are planned in the near term.
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