Loughborough University
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Loughborough University

National Science and Engineering Week

Activities for Schools

Light

Let there be light (or not!)

Sunlight can be used to generate electricity using simple cheap components which can then be used to control the amount of light/heat through your windows. Thus creating a more comfortable environment without producing greenhouse gases. Students will make gratzel cells and electrochromic windows.

Activity details

Maximum group size: 20
Age: Keystage 3
Venue: Science Faculty – Chemistry Department Loughborough University.
Duration of Workshop: 2 hours
Dates: Various dates and times available

Who to contact

Contact Jackie Baseley regarding booking and availability.

Find out more

For more information about National Science and Engineering week contact:

Jackie Baseley
NSEW Coordinator
Loughborough University
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