Research on Solar Photoreactors

This idea is at the core of the master´s thesis of Elif Tengilimoglu, student in Sustainable Energy Systems, carried out within the SOPHIE project. Her work focuses on spectral splitting approaches for hybrid solar photoreactors, where different wavelength ranges of sunlight are directed to the most suitable conversion process: photoelectrochemical hydrogen production, photovoltaic electricity generation, and solar thermal heat utilization.

At the current stage, Elif is reviewing state-of-the-art spectral splitting techniques, comparing suitable optical materials and concepts, and preparing optical characterization of selected photoreactor components.

By making better use of the full solar spectrum, this project contributes to the development of future multi-product solar collectors for more efficient renewable energy conversion.