Metamaterials for Solar Energy

Published on 14th October 2024

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Event details

Date: 16 Dec - 16 Dec 2024
Time: 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Henry Royce Institute, Manchester
Format: In person
Registration Deadline: December 1, 2024

Date & Time: 16th December 2024, 9:30am – 4:00pm

Place: Henry Royce Institute, Manchester

Format: In person

Registrations: Closed.

Solar Energy Agenda

Join us for an interdisciplinary event that brings together leading experts in metamaterials and solar energy to explore innovative solutions for sustainable energy. Participants will hear from solar energy experts on the key material challenges faced in solar photovoltaic, solar thermal, and photocatalytic applications where metamaterials have potential to address.

Attendees from solar, optical and material backgrounds are welcome. We will delve into how metamaterials—engineered composite materials with unique electromagnetic properties due to their structure—can overcome current material limitations in solar energy applications. Topics covered include enhancements in solar photovoltaics, where metamaterials can boost light absorption range and energy efficiency; solar thermal technologies, which can benefit from advanced thermal management and selective absorption; and photocatalytic processes, where metamaterials may improve light-driven chemical reactions for solar fuel production.

This event offers a unique opportunity to discover synergies between these fields, draft initial idea proposals and push the boundaries of solar energy capabilities for a net zero future.

Why should I attend?

This event offers a unique opportunity to discover metamaterial opportunities for solar energy technology – hearing directly from solar energy experts and established researchers already carving routes between these topics. Those without prior experience or understanding of metamaterials are welcome to attend and learn about metamaterial capabilities and explore collaborations in this exciting field.

Who is this event for?

Early career researchers, academics and industry representatives seeking innovative solutions and collaborations in metamaterials and advanced technologies for sustainability.

Confirmed Speakers:

– Prof Neil Beattie (Northumbria University)
– Prof Martin Cryan (University of Bristol)
– Dr Daniel Ho (Northumbria University)
– Dr Kai Sun (University of Southampton)

Activities

– Quickfire Solar Challenge pitches
– Metamaterial solutions brainstorming and discussions
– Networking activities
– Facilitated proposal drafting or “next steps” planning.

Full day agenda

Access Fund

Travel and accommodation costs cannot be covered except in exceptional circumstances. If the cost of travel would prevent you attending, please contact info@metamaterials.network for information on how to apply to our access fund. All applications to the Access Fund must be made prior to the event.