Researchers from Australia and Latvia have presented an innovative solution for recycling polystyrene, making it a source of clean energy. Scientists have discovered that polystyrene has unique electrostatic properties. Thin sheets of this material, ten times thinner than a human hair, can generate static electricity when air moves. This electricity can be stored and used to charge batteries and power small appliances.
Experiments have shown that such installations can produce voltages up to 230 V, which corresponds to the usual level for domestic electrical networks. Installations that use air flows to generate energy can be integrated into ventilation or air conditioning systems, saving up to 5% on energy consumption.
This approach not only solves the problem of recycling polystyrene waste, but also opens new horizons in the field of sustainable energy sources. Scientists hope the technology will find widespread use in urban spaces, where air movement can be used to generate energy.
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Source: VG Times