All Blog Posts Tagged 'mit' (4)

Solar Feeds, Nov 06, 2009 The current technology might have enabled us to install a solar plant right on our rooftops, but all that energy is of no use if there isn’t enough storage medium available. Currently most PV plants use batteries as a storage medium, which not only is an expensive way but the low-energy density of batteries makes them impractical for normal use. Eco Factor: Storing solar energy in the form of hydrogen for fuel cells.

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I think it is evident that we are passionate about this matter. I would suggest that we do away with the hyperbole and try to discuss this. I know you have already read this but I would like to stress that the Pickens Plan is a "bridge" to the future. It can also change as we go through the process. http://www.pickensplan.com/theplan/ The challenge we face is that the U.S. does not have an energy policy. Congress has failed and the Presidency has failed. It is a failure of imagination. When Jo… Continue

'Major discovery' from MIT primed to unleash solar revolution Scientists mimic essence of plants' energy storage system Anne Trafton, MIT News Office July 31, 2008 In a revolutionary leap that could transform solar power from a marginal, boutique alternative into a mainstream energy source, MIT researchers have overcome a major barrier to large-scale solar power: storing energy for use when the sun doesn't shine. Daniel Nocera describes new process for storing solar energy View video p… Continue

A 40-fold increase in electricity from a solar cell is an exciting prospect. Thank you, M.I. T. Continue