Dr. Martin Green

Biography

Professor Martin Green’s contributions to photovoltaics are unique internationally. His work has resulted in a massive, 50%, relative improvement in energy conversion efficiency of commercially dominant silicon solar cells from 1983 to 2008, with these improvements being captured commercially. He has identified key factors responsible for recent reductions in photovoltaic costs, making solar one of the lowest-cost sources of electricity in history and a key weapon in recent climate change mitigation strategies. Green’s team has continually developed fundamentally innovative approaches that have improved silicon cell performance, underlining modern silicon cell designs. His research has led to numerous world records in cell efficiency and has shaped the current landscape of solar technologies. He is a highly cited researcher and has received numerous prestigious awards for his work, including the Right Livelihood Award and the Millennium Technology Prize. His work significantly influences both academia and industry, particularly in the manufacturing of low-cost solar cells and innovative educational programs in photovoltaics. Green's leadership at the University of New South Wales has been pivotal in forming a strong academic foundation for the field of photovoltaic and renewable energy engineering.

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