Hydrogels keep solar panels cool, efficient, and durable (IMAGE)

King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)

Hydrogels keep solar panels cool, efficient, and durable

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A hydrogel developed at KAUST helps cool solar panels and is expected to extend their lifespan by more than 200% while reducing the levelized cost of electricity by 18%.© 2025 KAUST.

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© 2025 KAUST.

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