Currently, the longevity of solar panels is one of the major drawbacks of the technology – Copyright Getty via Canva
A material commonly used in solar panels has been found to repair itself when damaged – and scientists think this ability could be vital for the future of clean energy.
The substance, called antimony selenide, is what’s known as a solar absorber material. This means it can be used to harness solar energy and convert this power into electricity.
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