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The level of development of photovoltaic generators is evaluated and prospective developments discussed. Statistics for projected power supply and demand for Japan are examined. The rate of production of Si type photovoltaic components in Japan and the USA are compared. The advantages and drawbacks of solar energy generation are listed and ways of reducing costs of generation and materials supply bottlenecks pinpointed. The state of solar energy development in the US and EEC is assessed and prospective cost reductions and levels of application examined. Satellite and hybrid solar energy generation are briefly discussed.