Energy efficient solutions in modern design has become increasingly important as the world transitions toward green energy. Dr. Anurag Roy, Research Fellow at the University of Exeter, has been contributing to this transition by researching nano-scale design materials for solar energy applications. His latest research has been published in the Springer Nature Research Journal, and highlights the use of C-Therm’s Modified Transient Plane Source (MTPS) sensor to measure the thermal conductivity of thermoelectric films.
During this webinar, he will present cutting-edge strategies to enhance energy efficiency in modern architectural designs by integrating thermoelectric (TE) materials into window glazing systems. With buildings contributing to approximately 40% of global energy consumption, and windows being responsible for 20-40% of the energy wasted, it’s crucial to address this challenge.
He will begin by discussing the limitations of current solutions, such as solar photovoltaics, which, while capable of generating electricity, are expensive and dependent on sunlight. The focus will then shift to the potential of nanostructured TE materials, which offer a unique solution by converting the temperature gradient between a building’s interior and exterior into electricity. Semi-transparent nanostructured TE window glazing not only helps generate electricity but also improves thermal regulation, reducing heat transfer and improving overall energy efficiency.
He will showcase the performance of the TEGZ nanogenerator, which has demonstrated an output of 32 nW at a 30K temperature gradient and effectively maintains a 22.5°C temperature difference between the interior and exterior surfaces, significantly cutting down energy losses.
Finally, he will explore how optimization of the fabrication process can improve transparency and performance, ensuring that the design remains practical and visually unobtrusive.
This webinar aired on December 12, 2024 @ 11:00AM GMT-4.
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