Advancing U.S. Solar Innovation in Aerospace, Defense and Remote Environments: A New High-Performance Manufacturing Method from NREL

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Originally held on September 25, 2025 – Hosted by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and the U.S. Department of Energy
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About the Webinar

This National Lab Discovery Series webinar spotlighted Dynamic Hydride Vapor Phase Epitaxy (D-HVPE), a new manufacturing process from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) that dramatically reduces the cost and increases the scalability of high-efficiency III-V solar cells. Designed for high-performance applications—such as aerospace, defense, and remote energy systems—D-HVPE offers a faster, more economical path to producing lightweight, reliable solar devices.

Key Topics Covered

  • How D-HVPE overcomes scalability and cost barriers in III-V solar manufacturing
  • Applications in high-altitude drones, satellites, and off-grid power systems
  • Licensing opportunities and pathways for technology adoption
  • Live Q&A with NREL scientists and engineers

Featured Speakers

Kevin Schulte – Materials Scientist