MIT develops new "reverse air conditioner" solar power system for the developing world

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Solar power would appear to be an obvious choice for the developing world, but as impoverished regions need systems that are simple, self-operating and cheap to build and maintain, this is generally not the case. The ability to provide heating in addition to electricity would also be beneficial because many communities need hot water has much as they need lights. An MIT team has developed a solution that meets these needs with a solar power system that is an air conditioner built backwards... Continue Reading MIT develops new "reverse air conditioner" solar power system for the developing world

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Tags: Air Conditioner, Electricity, Energy, MIT, Solar

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