A holistic review approach of design considerations, modelling, challenges and future applications for bifacial photovoltaics

A review of bifacial solar photovoltaic applications

“…6. Outlooks for different aspects of the BPV technology Guerrero-Lemus et al [31] First major review of the BPV technology Lorenzo [33] Origins of BPV modeling…”

Cracked Film Lithography with CuGaOx Buffers for Bifacial CdTe Photovoltaics

“…These simple process changes lead to projections of ≈10% more power output over the lifetime of the module, [ 3 ] although 5–33% bifacial power gains have been reported. [ 4 ]…”

“…These simple process changes lead to projections of ≈10% more power output over the lifetime of the module, [3] although 5-33% bifacial power gains have been reported. [4] In parallel with the expansion of bifacial PV, the thin-film PV market has also transformed: CdTe accounted for just 2.5% of total and 70% of thin-film shipped capacity in 2017, but these percentages rose to 3.9% of total and 97% of thin-film in 2021. [5] In contrast to mono-Si, none of the deployed or projected bifacial capacity currently includes CdTe modules.…”

Resource potential mapping of bifacial photovoltaic systems in India

“… 18 Like all newly inducted technologies, the acceptance of bifacial PV technology in the photovoltaic market is currently facing a critical challenge due to the bifacial PV production uncertainties and inadequate performance data of modules. 19 The faster pace of research, more installations, and good bifacial PV performance, even at low albedo conditions, have led to speedier induction bifacial technology in Nordic countries at altitudes above 65° 11 , 20 and USA. 21 However, in India, the limitations in accurate prediction for forecasting the output of bifacial PV and the lack of public awareness are creating a struggle for the industry.…”

“…21 However, in India, the limitations in accurate prediction for forecasting the output of bifacial PV and the lack of public awareness are creating a struggle for the industry. 19 The price of Bifacial PV is comparable to high-performance monofacial PV, at around 26.4 USD cents/Wp for bifacial monocrystalline p-type PERC solar modules. 22 , 23 The bifacial PV also has slightly higher equipment and installation cost, but it is not excessive.…”