Eco Factor: Ecofriendly pod generates renewable electricity and harvests rainwater.
The rise in the cost of energy has made many homeowners think about renewable energy that can initially be expensive, but they also have the potential to recoup their cost in terms of energy savings. The [Pod #001] is an ecofriendly pod that can connect with other dwellings for sustainable space and renewable energy generation.
The pod is made from birch plywood and the roof, doors and windows are made of transparent polycarbonate. The roof is constructed as a funnel that channels rainwater into a connected tank. This tank transfers water to other tanks containing plants.
The transparent windows not only allow natural light to filter through but also generate renewable electricity with the round monocrystalline silicon solar cells that are integrated in the windows.
Via: LearningSite
