Development of concentrating photovoltaic

This paper briefly describes the principles, advantages and characteristics of different technical routes of concentrating photovoltaic (CPV). The author elobrates the history and current situation as well as the opportunities and challenges of concentrating photovoltaic technology and industry, and discussed the importance of developing concentrating solar photovoltaic industry for photovoltaic industry in China. Meanwhile, the author describes his prospect and recommendations for future concentrating photovoltaic development.