Energy Efficiency | Engineering a Solar Microgrid
If we want a livable climate for future generations, we need to slow, stop, and reverse the rise in global temperatures and reducing our dependence on burning fossil fuels for energy is a key component in addressing climate change.
In this session, students were introduced to microgrids, a tool used by communities to sustainably source their energy. To better understand microgrids, students were challenged to model a community solar microgrid using a solar panel, cardstock, electrical wires, LEDs, and cardboard. Students also learned about different types of circuits to help them connect the solar panel to the various LEDs in order to create their solar microgrid.
Fall 2022 | Solar Microgrid | Christian Reyes Heading link
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Miniature solar microgrid created by Christian R.
Spring 2022 | Solar Microgrid | Carlos Rojo Heading link
Fall 2021 | Solar Microgrid | Alex Mendiola Heading link
Spring 2021 | Solar Microgrid | Alfredo Benitez Heading link
Fall 2020 | Solar Microgrid | Danny Nivelo Heading link
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