--- description: Bifacial Photovoltaic Systems are slated to boost production in the near future by contributing 16% of Global Energy Requirements by 2050 title: Bifacial Photovoltaic Systems to Boost Production in the Near Future - Energy Theory image: https://energytheory.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Depositphotos_155082746_XL.jpg --- Close Menu - [About](https://energytheory.com/about-us/) - [EV](https://energytheory.com/category/electric-vehicles/) - [FAQs](https://energytheory.com/category/faqs/) - [Glossary](https://energytheory.com/category/glossary/) - [Green](https://energytheory.com/category/green/) - [Renewable](https://energytheory.com/category/renewable/) - [Sustainable](https://energytheory.com/category/sustainable/) - [Energy Economy](https://energytheory.com/category/energy-economy/) - [Energy Services](https://energytheory.com/category/energy-services/) - [Solar](https://energytheory.com/category/solar/) - [Sustainable](https://energytheory.com/category/sustainable/) - [News](https://energytheory.com/category/latest-news/) - Language [![Energy Theory](https://energytheory.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2e3rtgthghnm.png)](https://energytheory.com/ "Energy Theory") ![en](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/en.svg) English ![es](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/es.svg) Spanish ![fr](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/fr.svg) French ![en](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/en.svg) English ![it](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/it.svg) Italian ![zh-CN](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/zh-CN.svg) Chinese (Simplified) ![nl](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/nl.svg) Dutch ![fi](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/fi.svg) Finnish ![de](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/de.svg) German ![hi](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/hi.svg) Hindi ![ja](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/ja.svg) Japanese ![pl](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/pl.svg) Polish ![pt](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/pt.svg) Portuguese ![ru](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/ru.svg) Russian [![Energy Theory](https://energytheory.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2e3rtgthghnm.png)](https://energytheory.com/ "Energy Theory") ![en](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/en.svg) English ![es](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/es.svg) Spanish ![fr](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/fr.svg) French ![en](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/en.svg) English ![it](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/it.svg) Italian ![zh-CN](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/zh-CN.svg) Chinese (Simplified) ![nl](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/nl.svg) Dutch ![fi](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/fi.svg) Finnish ![de](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/de.svg) German ![hi](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/hi.svg) Hindi ![ja](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/ja.svg) Japanese ![pl](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/pl.svg) Polish ![pt](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/pt.svg) Portuguese ![ru](https://cdn.gtranslate.net/flags/svg/ru.svg) Russian [Latest News](https://energytheory.com/category/latest-news/) # Bifacial Photovoltaic Systems to Boost Production in the Near Future By [Elliot Clark](https://energytheory.com/author/elliot_clark/)November 17, 20232 Mins Read ![JAN23Bifacial Photovoltaic Systems to Boost Production in the Near Future](https://energytheory.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Depositphotos_155082746_XL-1024x683.jpg "Bifacial Photovoltaic Systems to Boost Production in the Near Future") After continuous efforts, scientists have figured out a new method for improving the [efficiency of double-sided solar panels](https://energytheory.com/11-major-factors-affecting-solar-panel-efficiency/) aiming to make them a viable long-term renewable energy source. As the name suggests, bifacial solar panels **absorb sunlight from both sides** of the panels and thus can efficiently generate up to 35% more electricity in comparison to one-sided solar panels. And thus, bifacial photovoltaic systems are slated to boost production in the near future by a big margin. To accurately measure the energy generated by double-sided solar panels, researchers from the University of Ottawa came up with a new method by taking the external effects of the ground cover into account. This will allow for enhancing performance by design optimization and further increasing solar panel deployment to non-traditional markets. **Professor Karin Hinzer**, [founder of SUNLAB](http://sunlab.eecs.uottawa.ca/people/group-members/) said, “*it is a particularly important method as renewable energy penetration increases towards a net-zero world with bifacial photovoltaic cells projected to contribute over 16% of the global energy supply by 2050 or around 30,000 TWH annually”.* It is rumored to enable accurate comparison of application-specific optimization, standardization of bifacial panel power ratings, and different bifacial panel technologies. Similar studies have been published in a research paper titled “A general illumination method to predict bifacial photovoltaic system performance” in the reputed scientific journal [Joule]() in January 2023. **Must Read**: [How to Evaluate Solar Panels with 5 Key Parameters](https://energytheory.com/how-to-evaluate-solar-panels-with-5-key-parameters/) For those, who still can’t believe that bifacial photovoltaic systems will boost production in the near future, here are a few notable advantages to rest your disbelief: - They are **more durable** as both sides are UV resistant. - With frameless modules, potential induced degradation (PID) is also reduced along with the Balance of Systems (BOS). - They offer a minimum **lifespan of 30 years** whereas traditional panels last for a maximum of 20 years. - Plus these panels can significantly reduce the cost of electricity. Share. 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