OSA
The Optical Society

Advancing the Science and Technology of Light

Optics for Solar Energy (SOLAR)

2 November - 3 November 2011, Omni Austin Hotel Downtown, Austin, Texas, United States



Topicals

Topicals

Topicals

Topicals

SOLAR: The focus of this meeting is on application of optics in photovoltaic and thermal solar energy generation.

Optics for solar energy

The goal of this meeting is to bring together the researchers, engineers, and managers developing and using optics for the generation of solar energy to encourage active discussion. All forms of solar energy generation, transmission, and storage that benefit from optics will be considered.

Topics Include

  • Optical components
  • Device structures
  • Novel materials
  • Energy conversion performance modeling
  • Field tests
  • Economic impact of optics for solar energy conversion

The Call for Papers will be available March 30, 2012.

View the 2011 Meeting Archive containing the final program (PDF)

Top 5 Downloaded SOLAR Meeting InfoBase Papers:

Go to Optics InfoBase for a listing of all meeting paper archives.

This event is part of the Renewable Energy and the Environment Congress, allowing attendees to access to all meetings within the Congress for the price of one and to collaborate on topics of mutual interest.

Renewable Energy and the Environment: OSA Optics & Photonics Congress

  • Optics for Solar Energy (SOLAR)
  • Solid State and Organic Lighting (SOLED)
  • Optical Nanostructures and Advanced Materials for Photovoltaics (PV)
  • Optical Instrumentation for Energy & Environmental Applications (E2)

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Important Information

Important Dates

  • Call for Papers Opens 30 March 2012
  • Abstract Submission Deadline 8 July 2012 16.00 GMT
  • Housing Deadline 12 October 2012
  • Registration Deadline 22 October 2012