Jenn Fields

1 month ago | nrel.gov | Jenn Fields

Internationally Known for Photochemistry Breakthroughs, Rumbles Created a Culture of Innovation Within NREL Garry Rumbles is an internationally known scientist in solar photochemistry—and not just for his groundbreaking research on the fundamental underpinnings of organic solar cells, his oft-cited paper on excitons in nanosystems, or his tireless organizing of conferences and workshops advancing the foundational science behind solar energy conversion.

Nov 27, 2024 | novuslight.com | Jenn Fields

Large mirrors that track the sun to concentrate and capture thermal energy—heliostats—are a core component of every power-tower concentrating solar power (CSP) plant around the world. But the sheer variety of shapes, sizes, and configurations of these giant mirrors has created the need for new, adaptable testing and calibration methods, both on the assembly line and in the field, to maximize the potential output of these precision devices.

Oct 30, 2024 | nrel.gov | Jenn Fields

HelioCon's 2024 Annual Report Details Its Advancement of a Technique To Improve Heliostat Accuracy and the Launch of an Open-Source CSP Platform Large mirrors that track the sun to concentrate and capture thermal energy—heliostats—are a core component of every power-tower concentrating solar power (CSP) plant around the world.

Sep 24, 2024 | nrel.gov | Jenn Fields

Ovaitt's Mentors Taught Her That Education and Outreach Make a Difference. Now She Is Showing the Next Generation of Scientists How To Pay It Forward. Silvana Ovaitt is already known as a rising star around the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) for her research advancing bifacial photovoltaic (PV) performance, not to mention her already-extensive record of leadership in community and educational outreach.

Jul 18, 2024 | blog.cheapism.com | Jenn Fields

Cheapism / Stefan Brending/CC / Brad Barket/GettyCheapism is . We may earn a commission if you buy through links on our site. Iconic Musicians Who Are Back on the Road This YearIt’s summer, which means concert fans can look forward to their favorite acts back on the stage all season long. With renowned rockers performing everywhere from small, intimate gigs to massively filled stadiums, there are so many big names touring this year that it’s nearly impossible to list them all.