Suntech just announced that is has a achieved a new world record for conversion efficiency in a multi-crystalline silicon PV module.  Suntech’s Pluto PV cells powered with the module, which achieved 15.6% efficiency in tests that were independently confirmed by Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE in Germany.

In a press release, Dr. Stuart Wenham, Suntech’s Chief Technology Officer, explained the importance of the achievement:

“This is a tremendous result for Suntech and clearly … Read the rest