Aaswath Raman: How we can turn the cold of outer space into a renewable resource [video]
Aaswath Raman explores using outer space coldness to cool buildings on Earth through "night-sky cooling." This innovative technology aims to reduce energy consumption and pollution, envisioning a sustainable future.
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Aaswath Raman discusses the concept of utilizing the coldness of outer space as a renewable resource to cool buildings on Earth. He introduces the technology he is developing for "night-sky cooling," where infrared light escapes Earth into space, taking heat with it. This innovation has the potential to significantly decrease energy consumption from cooling systems and reduce associated pollution. By tapping into this natural phenomenon, Raman envisions a future where we can efficiently harness the universe's energy. This TED Talk explores the intersection of climate change, science, sustainability, technology, physics, and energy, offering a glimpse into a more environmentally friendly approach to cooling systems.
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