Assessing Rare Metal Availability Challenges for Solar Energy Technologies
Solar energy is commonly seen as a future energy source with significant potential. Ruthenium, gallium, indium and several other rare elements are common and vital components of many solar energy technologies, including dye-sensitized solar cells, CIGS cells and various artificial photosynthesis app...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2015-08-01
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Series: | Sustainability |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/7/9/11818 |