In advance of June 21, when the northern hemisphere will celebrate the summer solstice, Applied Materials announced the results of its third annual solar energy survey. “The solstice is a time to recognize the power of the sun and raise awareness of the significant advancements that have been achieved with solar power technology and use, especially in the past few years,” said Dr. Charlie Gay, president of the Applied Materials Solar division. The cost of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels has...