THESOLAR STATIONTeam:Victor Y. Liao, BEMichael McDonald, ECETrev Comstock, ECE

Advisor:Dr. Rajendra Singh, ECE

INTRODUCTION Green efforts exist at

Clemson Visibility of these

projects is not readily apparent

Sustainability is a 21st century issue

CLEMSON UNIVERSITY ENERGY AWARENESS*

20% by 2020: Reduce energy usage 20% by 2020 “In an effort to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions,

Clemson also has a long range goal to increase its energy sourcing from renewable resources by 10% by fiscal year 2025.”

100% by 2030: Net zero emissions by 2030 “Transform the main campus into a model for energy

sustainability: a “net-zero,” carbon-neutral campus.” “As Clemson continues to innovate to reach for it's 2020

and 2030 goals, solar installations will play a major role in meeting our energy needs.”

*https://www.clemson.edu/facilities/energy-awareness/

PROBLEM & SOLUTION Clemson needs to demonstrate its commitment

to sustainability Students need to be better connected to green

energy Laptops/phones always need to be recharged Lack of outdoor charging if you want to be

outside

VISION Our project aims to create a solar charging table

for personal electronics These tables could be installed around campus for

students to work at outdoors They provide enough power to charge 2-4

laptops, phones, tablets, or other personal electronics

The battery ensures a steady supply of energy even in cloudy conditions

DESIGN

DESIGN

DESIGNSolar Panels

BatteryInverter

Outlet

BENEFITS Attractive, high visibility installation demonstrates

Clemson’s commitment to sustainability Allows students to interact with renewable energy

in a personal way, while providing a useful service About 1/5 of the cost of commercial versions Table built for students, by students Mobile installations can be moved around campus Could save Clemson up to 200 kWh/table each

semester

PROGRESS Completed a design for our concept and

determined the components necessary for its construction

Acquired the electrical components, including the solar panels

Received approval to install our first table on campus

SCHEDULESpring 2015 Fall 2015 – Spring 2016January Finalize selection of table, buy

mounting pole and electrical box

February Construct first table and test

operationMarch Place at Lee Hall courtyard and

have grand unveilingApril Survey usage and make notes

for future improvements

August – December 2015 Build 2 tablesJanuary – April 2016 Build last 2 tables

PROPOSED LOCATIONS

BUDGET4 Solar Stations @ $2,542 each =

$10,168

QUESTIONS?