Professor Christophe Ballif is the winner of the 2016 Becquerel Prize. This award was created by the European Commission to recognize outstanding contributions by an individual to the development of solar power. Winning one of the world’s two most prestigious awards in this field is a crowning achievement for Ballif, who has devoted 20 years to harnessing the sun’s energy.   The award recognizes Ballif’s achievements in solar technology research and industrialization, including his research on...