Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science

Four large panels in a solar array. They are positioned in front of a brick building and there are autumn leaves on the ground.

Solar energy

What is solar energy? 

Solar energy comes from the sun's heat collected through solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, commonly known as solar panels. PV technology is rapidly advancing to become more efficient, but as older models are phased out, there is a potential for pollution and resource depletion.

Three students post around a horizontal solar panel in front of a glass PSU building.

Solar energy research at Maseeh College

In the Sustainable Energy Systems Lab, our researchers are assessing the environmental and economic sustainability of solar photovoltaic technologies (commonly known as solar panels). We also focus on end-of-life management strategies to re-use materials and reduce waste. 

Sustainable Energy Systems Lab