Announcement of the Launch of the 'SOLAFIL' Film-type Perovskite Solar Cell Business

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main announcement made by Sekisui Chemical and SSF regarding their perovskite solar cell business?

A: Sekisui Chemical and SSF are officially launching their business for the 'SOLAFIL' film-type perovskite solar cell, with concrete discussions underway for product supply to customers.

Q: What is the target timeframe for the commercialization of the 'SOLAFIL' film-type perovskite solar cell?

A: The commercialization of the 'SOLAFIL' film-type perovskite solar cell is targeted for fiscal year 2025.

Q: What specific projects will utilize the 'SOLAFIL' products in their initial commercialization phase?

A: The 'SOLAFIL' products will be provided for installation on metal roofs for entities selected for the Ministry of the Environment's 'FY2025 Project to Support the Introduction of Perovskite Solar Cells' and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's 'Project for Advanced Introduction of Air Solar to Metropolitan Facilities'.

Q: What are the key characteristics of the 'SOLAFIL' film-type perovskite solar cell?

A: SOLAFIL is a brand of lightweight, flexible, film-type perovskite solar cells designed to enable solar power generation in locations unsuitable for traditional silicon panels.

Q: What preparations have been completed to enable the official launch of the film-type perovskite solar cell business?

A: Manufacturing technology using existing facilities has been established, and preparations for product commercialization and installation specifications for metal roofs have been completed.