Student company manufactures solar cells using new technology
MUSCAT: Aura, a company from Sultan Qaboos University (SQU), is the first student-led startup to manufacture perovskite solar cells. The cells are characterised by high efficiency, low cost, flexibility and environment friendly and aim to support the Sultanate of Oman's vision of relying on solar energy.
Nour bint Mohammed al Mayyahiyah, the company's public relations manager, said that Aura specialises in developing and producing solar energy solutions, with a focus on perovskite technologies to enhance solar energy efficiency. The goal is to provide clean and efficient energy sources, reduce reliance on traditional solar panels, and contribute to achieving environmental and economic sustainability.
She added that the idea to establish the company came after seeing the challenges faced by traditional solar energy technologies, such as low conversion efficiency, high production costs, and the difficulty in manufacturing. After research and study, we discovered that perovskite technology offers an innovative and more efficient solution. The company was established to develop this technology and transform it into practical products that meet market needs.
Al Mayyahi said that there has been growing interest in our products and concept after we created a prototype and presented it to those interested in this field, particularly companies and institutions seeking clean and efficient energy solutions. "We are witnessing a significant growth in demand, and we are working to expand the scope of our services to better meet customer needs."
She pointed out that Aura's most notable achievements include developing the first local prototype of perovskite solar cells, participating in numerous competitions, including Injaz Oman and the Science Festival, and attracting public and private sector interest in this product as a sustainable energy source. — ONA
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