Photoelectric Gel: Powering Homes & Businesses

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Photoelectric gel has the potential to absorb and store energy on the south faces of buildings, possibly powering homes and businesses. The discussion raises questions about whether this concept refers to traditional photoelectric cells and the specific advantages of using a gel. Participants express skepticism about the immediate economic feasibility of such technology, suggesting it may take a decade or two to become viable. The conversation highlights the need for further research and development in the field of energy storage solutions. Overall, the idea of photoelectric gel presents an innovative approach to renewable energy, but practical implementation remains a future consideration.
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I beliveve there could be a possiblity that on the south face of most buildings a bank of photoelectric gel could absorb, maintain, and store the required capacity to power most homes and busisness.
 
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Do you mean photoelectric cells? Any particular reason you are advocating a gel?

When do you think that this type of proposal will be economically feasible? Not in the next year or two, but maybe in the next decade or two?
 
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