36th Annual Student Research Conference
Solar energy on the streets: Examining the Possibility of Widespread Use of Photovoltaic devices
Emmanuela E. Goe
Dr. Rasanjali Jayathissa, Faculty Mentor
Fossil fuels increasingly present an environmental problem and there is a need to turn to green energy sources. In this study, we investigate the sustainability of solar energy from photovoltaic devices as a better alternative to fossil fuels and other renewable energy sources. By analyzing statistics and previous research discussing the possibilities solar energy offers, we demonstrate that solar energy is a reliable energy source that can be exploited beyond what is currently being done. We discuss means to improve the efficiency of solar devices to make them more accessible to the average consumer. Our study finds that gradually transitioning from fossil fuels to solar energy and using minimally pollutant materials to manufacture solar devices would improve our ability to use solar energy as a primary energy source. This study can lay a path for encouraging investments in affordable solar devices.
Keywords: green energy, solar energy, photovoltaics, eco-friendly, sustainability
Topic(s):Physics
Presentation Type: Oral Presentation
Session: 210-2
Location: MG 1096
Time: 10:30