Our finite supply of fossil fuels — and the volatility of their markets — dictates an urgent necessity to find new and sustainable sources of energy. With ever-increasing demands and the need to drastically reduce carbon dioxide emissions, scientists worldwide are united in the quest for renewable, carbon-free, clean energy sources.

Leveraging the interdisciplinary approach of nanoscience, Bar-Ilan researchers are playing a vital role in developing renewable energy applications. Specifically in the fields of photovoltaics, energy conservation, energy storage and basic research, the Nano-Energy Center is making great strides.