Germany’s Federal Energy Research Report highlights Solar TAP as a successful model for technology transfer in photovoltaics. The Helmholtz Innovation Platform Solar TAP has been featured as a success story in the German government’s Federal Energy Research Report 2026, with an entire page dedicated to its activities and achievements. Under the heading “Photovoltaic research as […]
How can breakthrough photovoltaic research become tomorrow’s energy solutions? A recent SAT.1 Bayern feature highlights the potential of perovskite solar cells and the collaborative innovation ecosystem that is helping bring this emerging technology closer to real-world applications. From Laboratory Innovation to Future Applications From lightweight solar foils to building-integrated photovoltaics and future space applications, perovskite […]
Helmholtz Tech & Industry Day 2026: Connecting Research Excellence with Industrial Innovation On June 9, 2026, the first Helmholtz Tech & Industry Day brought together representatives from research, industry, start-ups, and policy at DESY in Hamburg. Jointly initiated and organized by the Helmholtz Association, Hi-Acts, and Solar TAP, the event created a platform for discussing […]
At HANNOVER MESSE 2026, Solar TAP joined Forschungszentrum Jülich to demonstrate how collaboration between research and industry can accelerate the transfer of next-generation photovoltaic technologies into practical applications. Through expert talks and valuable discussions, the platform highlighted its mission to bridge the gap between innovation and market. Connecting Research with Industry As part of the […]
Solar TAP is nominated for the Endeavours Award 2026 as “Best Innovator”. Jülich, Germany – Solar TAP has been nominated for the Endeavours Award 2026 in the category “Best Innovator” by Forschungszentrum Jülich. The award recognizes outstanding projects and individuals who successfully translate scientific excellence into solutions with tangible societal and economic impact. The nomination […]
Solar TAP contributes to discussions at the Helmholtz Energy Parliamentary Evening in Berlin. On 4 March 2026, representatives from science, industry and politics gathered in Berlin for the Parliamentary Evening “Energy Research and Innovation for Germany’s Economic Strength.” The event, hosted at BASECAMP, focused on the role of energy research and innovation in strengthening Germany’s […]
Sol(Di)²T – A Differentiable Digital Twin for Solar Cells – Industry Collaboration Opportunity Within the Solar TAP collaboration, researchers from KIT, HZB and Forschungszentrum Jülich (FZJ) have developed Sol(Di)²T, a Solar Differentiable Digital Twin for solar cells. The framework is now open for collaboration with industrial partners. Sol(Di)²T is a fully differentiable digital twin that […]
A milestone year for technology transfer. The Solar TAP Year-in-Review 2025 highlights a milestone year for technology transfer in photovoltaics. Solar TAP would like to thank all partners and network members who have supported the platform throughout this important year. The key highlight of the year: Solar TAP has proven itself as a successful model […]
Solar TAP will be continued on a permanent basis as a Helmholtz Innovation Platform.Following an excellent evaluation, the Helmholtz Association has decided to establish Solar TAP as a long-term platform, securing its role in accelerating photovoltaic technology transfer between research and industry. Since its launch in 2023, Solar TAP has evolved into a central hub […]
Solar TAP Expert Featured on German TV Show Showcasing Breakthrough PV Recycling Technology. The rapid global expansion of photovoltaics brings with it an important long-term challenge: the responsible and resource-efficient recycling of end-of-life solar modules. By 2050, global PV waste is expected to reach 21–35 million tons, containing valuable materials such as glass, aluminum, silicon, […]
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