Earth Abundant Materials in Solar Cells

In this special topic, APL Materials is proud to present articles illustrating the current development of solar cell technologies that utilize earth-abundant and non-toxic elements that can be processed sustainably over large areas. Many of the papers contained in this issue showcase the power of combining experimental techniques for synthesis and characterization with theory and simulation.

Guest Editors: Aron Walsh, David O. Scanlon and Su-Huai Wei