10 Everyday Technologies That Can Change the World
Who knew that providing energy and water for all could be a matter of foot cranks and dirt power?. Visit Discover Magazine to read this article and other exclusive science and technology news stories.
See the article Item #6.
Discover Magazine - September 8, 2008
Building affordable solar water heaters
In spring 2007, University of California Berkeley Energy and Resources Group professor Ashok Gadgil challenged students in his Design for Sustainable Communities class to come up with an affordable and efficient solar water heater that could be used in low-income households.
Read the article here.
CNN.com - August 5, 2008
Students Use Solar to Heat Guatemalan Households
In spring 2007, UC Berkeley Energy and Resources Group professor Ashok Gadgil challenged students in his Design for Sustainable Communities class to come up with an affordable and efficient solar water heater that could be used in low-income households.
Read the article here.
The Daily Californian - August 4, 2008
UC Berkeley students invent ultra-affordable water heater
An invention may help improve the lives of millions in developing countries.
See video coverage here.
KGO-TV San Francisco, CA - Tuesday, July 22, 2008 | 1:26 PM
