'Neon 2 Bifacial' Proves Technological Prowess at World's Largest Solar Exhibition

LG Electronics was recognized for its innovative technology at the world's largest solar exhibition.

LG Electronics won the main award in the solar category of the 'Intersolar Awards' for its new solar module product, 'Neon2 Bifacial,' at 'Intersolar 2016,' the world's largest solar exhibition held in Munich, Germany, from the 22nd to the 24th (local time).

The 'Intersolar Awards,' which began in 2008, awards main prizes in categories such as photovoltaics and outstanding solar projects.


Following its win of the main award in 2013 with 'Mono X NeON,' becoming the first Asian company to do so, LG Electronics achieved a remarkable feat with 'NeON2' in 2015 and 'NeON2 BiFacial' being selected as main award winners this year. LG Electronics is the only company in Asia to have won the main award three times for solar modules.

'Neon2 Bifacial' is an ultra-high-efficiency premium product that maximizes power generation efficiency by absorbing light from both sides of the solar module.

This product can achieve a front output of up to 310W (based on 6-inch 60-cells) and, when installed in an optimal environment, can generate up to 30% additional power from the rear, resulting in an effect similar to installing a 400W high-output solar module.

Conventional solar modules consist of solar cells capable of generating power from only one side, producing electricity by concentrating light only on the front of the module.

On the other hand, 'Neon 2 Bifacial' employs solar cells capable of bifacial power generation and applies a transparent material capable of light absorption to the rear of the module; by absorbing reflected light from the rear that could not be utilized previously, it can generate electricity, thereby maximizing power generation performance.

'Neon 2 Bifacial' is useful for large-scale solar power plants where power production is critical. In particular, because it allows for vertical installation, it can be utilized as building rooftop fences, highway sound barriers, and more while fulfilling its primary role of generating electricity.

In addition, this product applies LG Electronics' proprietary innovative 'Cello technology' to minimize electrical loss by dispersing the paths for electric movement. While there are typically three paths for electricity to flow over a cell, this number has been significantly increased to 12, allowing the current generated by bifacial power generation to flow smoothly.

Lee Chung-ho, Executive Vice President of LG Electronics’ Solar BD, emphasized, “We have proven our world-class innovative technological capabilities,” adding, “We will lead the global solar market by continuously introducing ultra-high-efficiency premium products.”