Photovoltaics in France : Stéphane Collin, CNRS researcher at C2N, discusses its challenges in the Chaleur humaine podcast by Le Monde

Solar energy plays a key role in the energy transition, but it raises questions: what are its real environmental impacts? Can we rely on it to meet our electricity needs? And what measures are needed to develop its use more effectively and sustainably ? Answers with Stéphane Collin, CNRS researcher at C2N, in the Chaleur Humaine podcast by Le Monde.

2026 Inventors Ranking – Le Point : two start-ups originating from C2N recognized for their technological innovation

C2N is very proud to see two start-ups emerging from research developed within its scientific and technological environment of excellence featured in this ranking : ➤ LumiSync, which has developed the world’s first 100% photonic on-chip oscillator, enabling data synchronization at the speed of light. This technology unlocks the full potential of next-generation AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and optical computing, as well as new applications in telecommunications …