IESO recently gathered experts from industry, government, and the national labs for the Solar in Space Workshop, a free technical forum dedicated to accelerating U.S. leadership in space photovoltaic (PV) innovation.
Integrated Energy Systems Office
June 11, 2026
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IESO recently gathered experts from industry, government, and the national labs for the Solar in Space Workshop, a free technical forum dedicated to accelerating U.S. leadership in space photovoltaic (PV) innovation. The workshop brought together specialists in silicon and PV to evaluate mission-specific performance needs, including radiation tolerance, ultra‑lightweight packaging, durability in extreme thermal environments, and reliable operation. Discussions informed attendees about future technical targets and collaboration strategies, helping shape a cohesive national approach to the next generation of space solar arrays for defense, communications, and deep space‑applications.