Tiny Solutions to our BIG Energy Problem
What is Energy?
U.S. Energy Consumption by Source Fossil Fuels = 84% 2008
Problems with Fossil Fuels...
CO 2
Aerial View of Boston - Today
After sea level rises 3 meters
What is nanotechnology?
1) Harness Energy 2) Distribute Energy 3) Use Energy Nanotechnology can improve how we:
Problems with Traditional Solar Panels
Flexible Thin Film Solar Panels Courtesy: Nova
Nanoparticle Ink “Printing” Process
Not just on the roof!
Courtesy: Nova Nano- solar paint?
Courtesy: Nova
Carbon Nanotube
Lighting
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This project was supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. ESI Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Foundation.