Sixteenth European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference

The European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conferences are dedicated to accelerating the impetus towards sustainable development of global PV markets. The 16th in the series, held in Glasgow UK, brought together more than 1500 delegates from 72 countries, and provided an important and vital forum for information exchange in the field. The Conference Proceedings place on record a new phase of market development and scientific endeavour in the PV industry, representing current and innovative thinking in all aspects of the science, technology, markets and business of photovoltaics.

In three volumes, the Proceedings present some 790 papers selected for presentation by the scientific review committee of the 16th European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference. The comprehensive range of topics covered comprise:

• Fundamentals, Novel Devices and New Materials
• Thin Film Cells and Technologies
• Space Cells and Systems
• Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells and Technologies
• PV Integration in Buildings
• PV Modules and Components of PV Systems
• Implementation, Strategies, National Programs and Financing Schemes
• Market Deployment in Developing Countries

These proceedings are an essential reference for all involved in the global PV industry- scientists, researchers, technologists and those with an interest in global market trends. The conference was organised by WIP-Renewable Energies, Munich, Germany.