A method of forming a laminate and a method of manufacturing a photovoltaic device
using the laminate are provided. The laminate forming method includes a first step
of forming an intermediate layer on a base member, and a second step of forming
a metal layer on the intermediate layer, the adhesion of the metal layer to the
base member being lower than that of the intermediate layer, the reflectance of
the metal layer being higher than that of the intermediate layer. The rate of formation
of the metal layer is increased at an intermediate stage in the second step. The
laminate thereby formed has improved characteristics and is capable of maintaining
improved reflection characteristics and adhesion even under high-temperature and
high-humidity conditions or during long-term use.