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Solar Energy

Provided by: Khan Academy |Published on: April 27, 2021
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  • This video provides an overview of some key ways to harness the energy of the sun, using both passive and active solar methods. 
  • The technologies it describes include using thermal mass building materials, south-facing windows, window shades, reflective roof tiles, green roof materials, solar hot water collectors, concentrated solar power, and photovoltaic cells.
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Subjects: Physics, Earth and Space Sciences, Engineering
Authors: Khan Academy
Region: North America, USA - West, United States, Global
Languages: English

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