Tired of a Household Chore, This 13-Year-Old Built a $25 Solar Tracker That Boosts Output by 20% - Without Using Electricity
A 13-year-old student in Massachusetts built a device that increases the output of solar panels by 20% without using electricity. The device, which cost $25 to make, uses gravity to improve the positioning of solar panels. This allows them to capture more sunlight.
Why it's good news: It shows an innovative and practical solution to increasing the efficiency of solar energy.
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