Solar Power: Harnessing the Sun’s Energy
December 15, 2008, Noon -1:30 p.m.
2325 Rayburn House Office Building
Introductory Remarks
Darlene Schuster
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Summary
Each hour, more energy from the sun arrives on Earth than the total energy used worldwide in an entire year. As policymakers seek renewable domestic alternatives to conventional energy sources, one high priority is to find a price-competitive, efficient, environmentally-friendly way to harness the power of the sun. Solar energy is not yet widespread, even in sun-drenched regions of the United States, and there are still many challenges to broader deployment. This briefing will examine the current state of solar energy technologies, the promise of next-generation technologies, and barriers facing widespread implementation.
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Honorary Co-Hosts
Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) and Rep. Ralph Hall (R-TX)
Featured Speakers
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Julia Hamm Executive Director Solar Electric Power Association Email | Biography Website |
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Nate Lewis George L. Argyros Professor of Chemistry California Institute of Technology Email | Biography Website |
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Marilyn Brown Professor, School of Public Policy Georgia Institute of Technology Presentation Slides Email | Biography |
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