Recyclable Energy-Efficient Rare-Earth Nitrides Power Electronics

REGEN-PE is driven by the vision to revolutionize power electronics by developing high-quality YAlN layers that not only enable affordable ultra-efficient performance but also promote sustainability through recycling. To achieve this ambitious goal, we adopt an ambitious approach that combines material density functional theory (DFT) simulations, sputtering and MOCVD for epitaxy, along with chemical and optical characterization techniques for material development. The project includes the successful integration of YAlN into cutting-edge electronic device structures, projected to surpass the GaN performance limit, which requires their design, fabrication, and electrical characterization. However, what sets the REGEN-PE project apart is its unwavering commitment to sustainability. By developing a novel method for material recovery, we aim to establish a precedent for recyclable semiconductor technology. REGEN-PE promotes a circular engineering approach, which sets the stage for the future of high-performance green power electronics.