# Transparent Solar Panels These Solar Panels Could Capture Energy on Any Building By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-09-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-solar-panel References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/09/11/transparent-solar-panels-quantum-dots-will-harvest-energy-on-an-architectural-scale/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [ubiqd](https://ubiqd.com/) Solar panels are quickly showing up on a variety of different [homes and vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-race-vehicle) but are characterized by their blacked-out design that needs to be placed on empty space, so these transparent solar panels are being researched to help transform the industry. These solar panels are being developed by New Mexico-based [UbiQD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ubiqd) and consist of glass that is integrated with Quantum Dots that are capable of manipulating the light to harness energy. This could transform construction by allowing builders to use [window-like solar panels across skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-tower-1) and even conventional consumer homes for enhanced sustainability. The transparent solar panels with Quantum Dots from UbiQD identity how our electricity infrastructure could be transformed to become a more discreetly sustainable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Transparent Solar Panels:** Transparent solar panels with Quantum Dots from UbiQD revealing innovative ways to utilize windows and enhance general sustainability. - **Quantum Dots Integration:** Integration of Quantum Dots in the design of solar cells can effectively increase their energy conversion efficiency. - **Discreet Sustainability:** Incorporating solar panels that resemble windows can enhance sustainability in a more discreet and aesthetically pleasing manner. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Construction:** The integration of Quantum Dot solar panels in construction can create new possibilities for building sustainable infrastructure. - **Renewable Energy:** The transparent solar panel market, featuring designs such as those by UbiQD, could generate fresh opportunities within the renewable energy sector. - **Architecture:** Architects can identify opportunities to add sustainable building features to their designs by incorporating transparent solar panels, enhancing user experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Colored Glass Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beautiful-solar-panels.md) - [Efficient Scalable Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovskia-solar.md) - [Consolidated Photovoltaic Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photovoltaic-systems.md) - [Solar Panel Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-tapestry.md) - [Flexible Solar Film Energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heliafilm.md) - [Squid-Inspired Smart Windows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquidfilled-panel.md) - [Ultra-Thin Solar Panel Coatings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-panel-2.md) - [Tree-Inspired Solar Panel Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarbotanic-energy-tree.md) - [3D Solar Panel Modules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipa.md)