ZURICH, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amcor (NYSE:AMCR) (ASX:AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, today announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with U.K.-based technology pioneers, Power Roll Limited. Amcor and Power Roll's collaboration aims to revolutionize solar-powered energy by developing a lightweight solar photovoltaic film that can deliver a low-cost alternative to silicon solar panels.
Power Roll's film material provides a lightweight and flexible solution that can be used on a variety of applications from fragile rooftops, facades, off-grid local generation and within the transport sector. Importantly, Power Roll's technology is not reliant on rare earth minerals and can be manufactured using roll-to-roll processes.
Amcor is already active in the solar photovoltaic market, utilizing its advanced barrier technologies and roll-to-roll manufacturing processes. Through this collaboration, Amcor aims to strengthen its presence in this ...