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Finnish researchers show that the skin of red onions protects solar panels

Finnish researchers show that the skin of red onions protects solar panels

September 29, 2025 |

In Finland, a team of researchers from University of Turku, Aalto University and Wageningen University has demonstrated red onion skins can extend the lifespan of solar panels. Biodegradable films made from a mixture of nanocellulose and red onion skin extract protected solar panels from damaging ultraviolet light. The new film outperformed traditional polyethylene terephthalate films […]

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