Dye-based Photovoltaic Cell Experiment

At-A-Glance

This proof-of-concept project focused on developing an inexpensive photovoltaic cell module using naturally occurring dye extracted from blackberries. The experiment aimed to demonstrate the viability of creating extremely cost-effective solar cells for sustainable energy solutions in impoverished regions. The project involved extracting dye from blackberries and incorporating it into a simple photovoltaic cell structure, exploring various techniques to optimize the cell's efficiency while maintaining low production costs. While the efficiency was lower than commercial solar cells, the significantly reduced cost and use of readily available materials showed promise for specific applications in resource-limited settings.