# Cheap Organic Solar Cells The University of Cambridge Makes a Break in Solar Production By Meghan Young | Published 2010-09-19 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheap-organic-solar-cells References: [phym.ac.uk](http://www.phy.cam.ac.uk/research/oe/solarcells.php) & [cam.ac.uk](http://www.cam.ac.uk/) Researchers from the [University of Cambridge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-glitter) have developed cheap organic solar cells. Made out of organic plastic, the cells have endless possibilities for commercial use, which has been an obstacle in regards to solar production for some time now. These cheap organic solar cells can be implemented into pretty much [any plastic object](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uchicago-stretchable-display). Not only that, they can be introduced into third world countries, helping them transform their poorer states into something better and, let's face it, livable. Kudos, Cambridge, for this promising development. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cheap Organic Solar Cells:** Organic plastic solar cells offer an innovative solution for affordable renewable energy sources. - **Commercial Use of Organic Solar Cells:** Organic solar cells can be used in a wider range of plastic products, creating opportunities for solar-powered everyday items. - **Renewable Energy in Developing Countries:** The use of affordable solar cells in developing countries provides access to clean, renewable energy and fosters economic growth. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Renewable Energy:** Organic solar cells create opportunities for cost-effective renewable energy solutions to become the norm in a wider range of applications and industries. - **Plastics Manufacturing:** The integration of organic solar cells into plastic products offers new possibilities for innovation in plastics manufacturing and could reduce the environmental impact of plastic production. - **International Development:** The widespread adoption of affordable solar cells in developing countries can lead to transformative economic development and a more sustainable future. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Efficient Scalable Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovskia-solar.md) - [Flexible Solar Film Energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heliafilm.md) - [Origami-Inspired Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levante-origami-solar-panel.md) - [Ultra-Thin Solar Panel Coatings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-panel-2.md) - [Colored Glass Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beautiful-solar-panels.md) - [Lunar Material-Based Solar Cells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-dust.md) - [Origami-Inspired Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sego-innovations.md) - [Low-Cost Solar-Powered Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-solar-cam-pan.md) - [Consolidated Photovoltaic Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photovoltaic-systems.md)