Teachers Resources

Description

The City of Tucson wants to put solar panels on a building not strong enough to support traditional panels. Is there another option?  (Note: In 2010 this Challenge was published with a solution that is no longer available. This version includes the earlier solution plus a new one proposed by the original consultants applicable to 2023.)

Photonics Principles Reinforced

Solar irradiance
Solar panel design
Electrical voltage, current, power

Prerequisite Math and Science Knowledge

Basic algebra, energy conversion