The Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN) in Mexico, in partnership with the Universitat Rovira i Virgili of Tarragona, Spain, is working on cutting-edge organic solar cell technology. These innovative cells are designed to generate electrical energy by harnessing both sunlight and conventional lamp lighting. This development is particularly aimed at powering low-energy household devices, potentially reducing reliance on batteries and promoting sustainability in both nations.

The project, spearheaded by Luis Martín Reséndiz Mendoza, head of the Organic Devices Laboratory at the UPIITA, highlights the technological advancements made possible through international collaboration. Dr. Lluis Francisco Marsal Garví from the Spanish university is also contributing to the project. Their combined expertise is expected to provide significant advancements in the field of renewable energy technology.

With the increasing global emphasis on sustainable energy solutions, the successful development of these organic solar cells could position Mexico and Spain as leaders in innovative energy technologies. It reflects a growing trend of collaboration in science and technology between countries, aiming to address global energy challenges and promote an eco-friendlier future.