This volume covers the use of inorganic materials for Solar Energy Capture, with an emphasis on how solid-state chemistry allows development of new functional solids for energy applications. Chapters include: silicon-based photovoltaic devices; compound semiconductor-based solar cells; photoelectrochemical solar cells; solution processed solar cells and photon management/tandem solar cells. This book will provide a comprehensive introduction for advanced undergraduates, postgraduates and researchers wishing to learn about the topic.