Evolution of Advanced Luminescent Technology Software

Introduction

By 2050, the European Union aims to become climate-neutral, developing into an economy with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. This objective is considered both an urgent challenge (at the heart of the European Green Deal) and an opportunity to improve society.

Energy Consumption in Buildings

To achieve this ambitious objective, we need to develop and implement new technologies that target the largest energy consumer in the EU: buildings. Collectively, buildings in the EU (homes, workplaces, hospitals, schools) account for:

• 40% of the total energy consumption
• 36% of GHG emissions at different stages of their lifetime (construction, usage, renovation, demolition)

Project Overview

Within the ERC Proof of Concept EVOLUTE, we will develop a software platform that enables the optimisation of various geometrical shapes and sizes of luminescent solar (LS) devices. This is expected to have several advantages:

1. It has the potential to improve the efficiency and functionality of building-integrated photovoltaics.
2. Visually appealing photovoltaic panels at lower costs than today’s state of the art.
3. Better and efficient utilisation of solar energy.
4. Simplified and minimised cost of LS devices fabrication.
5. Development of comprehensive and efficient light management technology.
6. More comprehensive and broadened applications of LS technology.

Project Goals

EVOLUTE aims to synchronise technical development and feasibility with commercial viability and to ensure that the unique selling points of our software are fully aligned with market requirements.

Technology Readiness

The project plan is designed optimally to achieve Technology Readiness Level 5 (from 2/3 currently) and enable us to continue its development within, for example, an EIC Transition.