Producers of solar panels in the United States say they are on the cusp of a technological breakthrough that could upend the industry and even threaten China’s grip on it. The manufacturers are racing to develop new kinds of panels that can generate 25 percent more energy than most such devices available today. If they are successful, the advance will allow the world to meet the rapidly rising demand for electricity with less land and roof area. The new technology, known as tandem solar, involves adding second and third layers…
US Solar Panel Makers Try to Catch China With a Big Leap in Technology
