By the early 2030s, the first operating Power Beaming prototypes could be in use and capture sunlight in orbit and then beam it wirelessly down to Earth. This solar energy would then supply cities, factories, households and eventually aeroplanes with electricity on Earth.
In geostationary orbit about 36,000 kilometres above Earth, a solar panel the same size as one of its counterparts on Earth can generate significantly more electricity.
The technology can be designed to prevent harm to birds or people flying in aircraft by spreading the beam out over a wide area.https://www.airbus.com/en/newsroom/news/2022-09-solar-power-beams-a-step-towards-cleaner-energy
100k+ Australians are homeless each night, with an estimated 1 million living in unsafe housing. Anika Legal, in partnership with Minter Ellison and ALTA, hosted an amazing session discussing the importance of finding ways to transform limited resources into meaningful impacts. Anika Legal provides free online legal advice and case work for vulnerable tenants in Victoria, harnessing the expertise of pro bono lawyers and matching them with law students wanting to create an impact. Head here to find out how you can get involved - www.anikalegal.com.
“Everyone should be curious. Anyone can make change and add value” says Louise Baxter, Starlight Children’s Foundation. With Innovation Awards and Innovation Champions, this not-for-profit is constantly exploring new ideas to support seriously ill children, young people and their families. One such innovation is the Livewire program that connects teenagers living with a serious illness or chronic health condition. Livewire is an online community that’s moderated, secure, and accessible to those at home or in hospital, available when they need it. “Livewire promotes the voice of lived experience through live chat, private messaging, community, entertainment content and creative projects.” https://www.starlight.org.au/about-us/what-we-do/livewire
