Energy distribution

A greener, more sustainable future

To achieve Net Zero, we must improve how we produce, distribute and consume energy.

Wind, solar and hydropower will reduce our reliability on fossil fuels and will deliver a greener, more sustainable future.

Using clean energy technologies reduces the environmental impacts of energy production. It leads to economic growth, creates green jobs and enhances energy security.

According to Reuters, industries helping the world move to Net Zero emissions could be worth $10.3 trillion to the global economy by 2050.

Compound semiconductors maximise energy generation from solar panels and optimise energy conversion and management. They also improve the performance and reduce losses in power transmission and distribution systems.

Key technologies

Our expertise

Solid-state transformers

Solid-state transformers (SSTs) use compound semiconductors to convert and regulate energy. They are more efficient, smaller, and smarter than traditional transformers. SSTs are better at managing power flows and can be better integrated into the smart grids of the future.

Solar inverters

Solar inverters convert electricity harvested from solar panels into a usable form for our homes and businesses. Solar inverters built using compound semiconductors are smaller and lighter.

Power optimisers

Photovoltaic (PV) solar systems use power optimisers to maximise the amount of energy generated from solar panels. Power optimisers are built with compound semiconductors because they are faster, efficient and more compact.

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Conversion
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Photovoltaic (PV) solar cells use gallium arsenide (GaAs) and cadmium telluride (CdTe). They have higher conversion efficiencies compared to traditional silicon-based cells. The cells maximise energy generation from sunlight.

Power electronics devices like inverters, converters and rectifiers use silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN). They optimise energy conversion and management in renewable energy systems. These devices are faster, more efficient and improve efficiency and reduce energy wastage.

High-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission systems use compound semiconductors. Devices built using compound semiconductors improve energy efficiency, reduce losses and enhance grid stability.

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Power electronics

Our world-leading team of experts has the know-how, experience and track record in developing and commercialising high-performing power electronics devices for automotive, energy and industrial applications.

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RF & microwave communications

Our radio frequency and microwave communications experts help optimise the performance and improve the energy efficiency of RF and microwave devices in future telecoms, space, defence and security industries.

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Photonics

We are experts in the design, modelling, characterisation and validation of photonics devices, from laser emitters to photonic integrated circuits and quantum hardware.

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Advanced packaging

We provide a unique capability in advanced packaging for UK industry. We deliver bespoke solutions to the many complexities associated with compound semiconductor devices.

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