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# The Energy Collection
- URL: https://www.protein.xyz/the-energy-collection/
- Published: 2012-07-02T15:28:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-05-28T11:02:20.000Z
- Description: Marjan van Aubel collects energy from fruit
- Author: Protein
- Tags: Seeds, Technology, #protein, #Import 2024-06-11 13:25, #author-change-2025-05-28

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Marjan van Aubel collects energy from fruitDesigner Marjan van Aubel has created a set of glassware that turns light into energy. Each piece of The Energy Collection is coated with a layer of photovoltaic dye that turns light into energy, made from berries and spinach. The accompanying cabinet acts as a battery, taking the energy from each piece and storing it. The collection currently includes glassware that converts the light that hits it into energy due to positive and negative sides, but the technology has the potential to be applied to any item – the energy from which can then be used to power electronic devices, such as phones and lights, via the cabinet. Take this as a sign that renewables are becoming easier and more accessible than ever.Still hungry for more? Sign up for our weekly supplement featuring the latest news, profiles, features and innovation

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