PORTLAND, Ore. — By growing arrays of silicon wires in a polymer substrate, researchers have demonstrated what they say are flexible solar cells that absorb up to 96 percent of incident light.

This is a truly revolutionary technological development.  Not only is this a threefold improvement in efficiency, but it is far more economical to produce. And the great thing is, it was developed right here in the USA at CalTech.  To read the rest of the article, click here.