Solar Energy Storage TREND. Molecules.

Who discovered the possibility of storing solar energy in molecules? Sweden’s Chalmers University of Technology

How does this work? “The system starts with a liquid molecule made up of carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen. When hit by sunlight, the molecule draws in the sun’s energy and holds it until a catalyst triggers its release as heat. “

What could this storage apply to?

• thermal energy for homes
• thermal energy for electric vehicles
• expansions into storing energy into electricity

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