2. INTRODUCTION
Green efforts exist at
Clemson
Visibility of these projects is
not readily apparent
Sustainability is a 21st
century issue
3. CLEMSON UNIVERSITY ENERGY
AWARENESS*
20% by 2020: Reduce energy usage 20% by 2020
“In an effort to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions,
Clemson also has a long range goal to increase its energy
sourcing from renewable resources by 10% by fiscal year 2025.”
100% by 2030: Net zero emissions by 2030
“Transform the main campus into a model for energy
sustainability: a “net-zero,” carbon-neutral campus.”
“As Clemson continues to innovate to reach for it's 2020 and 2030
goals, solar installations will play a major role in meeting our
energy needs.”
*https://www.clemson.edu/facilities/energy-
awareness/
4. PROBLEM & SOLUTION
Clemson needs to demonstrate its commitment to
sustainability
Students need to be better connected to green energy
Laptops/phones always need to be recharged
Lack of outdoor charging if you want to be outside
5. VISION
Our project aims to create a solar charging table for
personal electronics
These tables could be installed around campus for
students to work at outdoors
They provide enough power to charge 2-4 laptops,
phones, tablets, or other personal electronics
The battery ensures a steady supply of energy even in
cloudy conditions
9. BENEFITS
Attractive, high visibility installation demonstrates
Clemson’s commitment to sustainability
Allows students to interact with renewable energy in a
personal way, while providing a useful service
About 1/5 of the cost of commercial versions
Table built for students, by students
Mobile installations can be moved around campus
Could save Clemson up to 200 kWh/table each
semester
10. PROGRESS
Completed a design for our concept and determined
the components necessary for its construction
Acquired the electrical components, including the solar
panels
Received approval to install our first table on campus
11. SCHEDULE
Spring 2015 Fall 2015 – Spring 2016
January
Finalize selection of table, buy
mounting pole and electrical box
February
Construct first table and test
operation
March
Place at Lee Hall courtyard and
have grand unveiling
April
Survey usage and make notes for
future improvements
August – December 2015
Build 2 tables
January – April 2016
Build last 2 tables
Anticipated energy consumption will make Lee III a highly energy efficient building. The building is zero-energy-ready. As soon as Clemson University completes its fundraising efforts to purchase sufficient photovoltaic panels, Lee Hall will be one of the first net-zero energy classroom buildings in the US. “Net-zero” means that it will produce as much energy as it consumes. - http://www.clemson.edu/facilities/sustainable-building/leed/leehall.html
Solar panels power biodiesel reactor - http://agroecology.clemson.edu/images/sg_conference/walker_biodiesel.pdf
Installed in 2007, live data online - http://www.clemson.edu/facilities/energy-awareness/projects/fluordaniel.html
Work with campus planning to ensure longevity of tables for permanent campus installations