The year 2024 has been incredibly intense and transformative for Saule Technologies. Thanks to our hard work, innovation, and partnerships, we proudly highlight four key events that defined our progress this year.
10th Anniversary of Saule Technologies: A Decade of Innovation
This year, we celebrated the 10th anniversary of our company. It is a moment to reflect with pride on a decade full of groundbreaking achievements in the field of perovskite solar cells. Our journey began with the visionary idea of Dr. Olga Malinkiewicz, which revolutionized the perception of renewable energy technologies. Today, Saule Technologies stands as a synonym for innovation and the future of sustainable energy.
photo 1: Saule Technologies team next to the pilot line cleanroom.
European Inventor Award 2024: International Recognition
Another major milestone was winning the prestigious European Inventor Award in the SMEs category. This award recognizes our groundbreaking solutions in perovskite technology. Additionally, we received the Popular Prize thanks to public votes, which confirms that our innovations resonate with and inspire trust around the world.
Read more about it here: https://sauletech.com/double-success-olga-malinkiewicz-and-team-won-the-european-inventor-award-2024-in-the-smes-category-and-received-the-publics-choice-popular-prize/
photo 2: European Inventor Award 2024 winner in SMEs category – Olga Malinkiewicz and team, photo credits: European Patent Office.
Consumer Electronics Show 2024: Technology on a Global Stage
In January, our perovskite solar cells were showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas – the world’s largest tech trade show. Our solutions garnered significant interest, particularly in the context of applications in consumer electronics and IoT. Being part of this global platform was a great honor and an opportunity to further expand our innovations.
Read more about it here: https://sauletech.com/saule-technologies-at-ces-2024-in-las-vegas/
photo 3: Olga Malinkiewicz (Saule Technologies), Bartosz Bursa (Saule Technologies) and Bartlomiej Pelka (goodylabs) at CES 2024. Picture credit: Bartlomiej Pelka.
Collaboration with H.I.S. and Lawson: Pilot Demonstrations
The initiation of demonstration projects with Japanese companies H.I.S. and Lawson was another crucial step on our path to commercialization. These projects allow us to test and develop our solutions in real-world conditions, serving as a critical phase in tailoring our technologies to global markets.
Read more about it here: https://sauletech.com/h-i-s-saule-and-lawson-are-starting-the-first-trials-of-perovskite-solar-cells-within-japans-retail-chain/
photo 4: Electronic shelf labels at Green Lawson in Tokyo. Picture credit: H.I.S.
Future Plans
Looking ahead, we are planning to expand our pilot line to scale up and accelerate the market introduction of our innovations. This is an essential step in fulfilling our mission to make renewable energy more accessible.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our partners, clients, and supporters for their trust and encouragement. We are ready for new challenges and believe that the upcoming year will bring even more success and opportunities. Together, we are creating a brighter and more sustainable future.