Sentences with phrase «waste infrared energy»
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A Different Light: Sheila Ferguson (right) and students study the difference between fluorescent lightbulbs and incandescent ones (which waste energy by emitting large amounts of invisible infrared light).
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The scientists have developed a coating for solar panels that allows them to use the infrared portion of the light spectrum that usually passes right through solar cells without being converted into electricity, essentially wasted energy.
Similar to a home inspection that can reveal flaws in a property, Gallegos maintains that energy audits, where blower door tests and infrared technologies are used to diagnose the energy efficiency of a home, are an equally important tool for homebuyers because they can reveal areas in a home that waste energy which means higher costs.