Cogeneration for radioactive material using solar panels

Abstract

The global demand for clean energy is growing, as the World is looking for ways to compensate for Green House Gases (GHG) emissions and fight global warming through what is being called energy transition. In this context, the present article has as its guiding question: can solar panels be used as radioactive sources for energy generation? The objective of this study was to explore the potential usage of solar panels with radioactive sources, a potential for cogeneration for radioactive systems. This was a documental and literature review study based on the potential of the interaction of photons with the solar panels for energy maximum utilization. As conclusion there is an opportunity on using the solar panels not only for energy conservation – converting nuclear waste areas into power plants, but also as an extra barrier to detect radiation and prevent incidents.