Comparison between thin‐film solar cells and copper–indium–gallium–diselenide in Southeast Asia

Abstract

This study gives a selective overview of the technological status and comparison of selected thin‐film solar cells. In the first part of this study, the development of thin‐film solar cells is assessed, followed by comparison of the design structure among those thin‐film solar cells and the current status of thin‐film solar cells efficiency. The advantages and disadvantages of thin‐film solar cells are also discussed. In the second part of this study, a comprehensive review is done on research upon copper–indium–gallium–diselenide (CIGS) thin‐film solar cell in Southeast Asia countries. As compared with other regions of the world, Southeast Asia has not started the large manufacturing of CIGS yet, however, the research on it has been started.