A Technology Acceleration Platform
for emerging Photovoltaics
Light, flexible, semitransparent and adaptable – The Solar TAP innovation platform develops innovative solutions for multi-benefit photovoltaic applications.
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Project
Solar TAP is a Helmholtz initiative to accelerate the deployment of emerging printed photovoltaic technologies such as organic and perovskite solar cells.
In collaboration with industry, we aim to unlock new potential for solar energy by integrating these technologies into existing surfaces in agriculture, construction, and transportation.
Our Mission
Make existing surfaces in agriculture, construction and transportation usable for solar energy expansion through printed solar cells.
Our Approach
By partnering with industry, we co-develop innovative PV technologies and focus on rapid “lab-to-fab” transfer. This ensures that research results are quickly scaled for commercial application — bringing sustainable energy solutions closer to real-world use.
Joint Helmholtz Platform
Solar TAP brings together three leading Helmholtz Centers in photovoltaic research:
Through this alliance, we offer industrial partners direct access to a joint Technology Acceleration Platform — combining world-class laboratories, state-of-the-art equipment, and scientific expertise.
Our model: fast, collaborative, and low-barrier. Pre-financed joint projects enable industry to explore, develop, and scale printed PV technologies efficiently — bridging the gap between research and real-world application.
Helmholtz Centers
Industry Network
Scientists
Research Infrastructures
Contact
Solar TAP
Helmholtz Institute Erlangen-Nürnberg
Forschungszentrum Jülich
Immerwahrstr. 2
91058 Erlangen