The Science of Materials and Energy
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- Why is the link between energy and environment more important now than ever?
- Rallou mentions energy consumption and suggests some ways in which we consume energy. Create a personal list, exploring ways in which you can reduce your energy consumption.
- Carbon Footprint – Research this term and its impact on our environment.
- Where do we currently source renewable, sustainable energy?
- Technology allows us to research greener energy. Create a timeline showing how technology has improved the ways in which we use energy, like the example Rallou gives of the horse and car.
- Ceres Power works on solid oxide fuel cells – combining a unique material set. Listen to the video and conduct research to learn how this is composed.
- What is a fuel cell, what other type of fuel cells are there and how do they work?
- Systems gather and store energy in extreme and corrosive conditions – this is where materials science comes in. What sustainable, long-life materials does Rallou suggest for the steel cell? What conditions do they need to withstand?
- Rallou explains how STEM is critical in ensuring that we can continue to develop greener solutions, and solutions to solve the world’s problems. Is this something you would be interested in doing in your future? Conduct some career research.
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