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The Stanford Energy Seminar, a key initiative of the Precourt Institute for Energy, has been fostering energy discourse at Stanford for nearly two decades. This seminar aims to engage a diverse audience, including academics, entrepreneurs, and non-profits, in discussions about pressing energy issues.
About the Talk
On November 30, 2026, Carlos Diaz-Marin will present groundbreaking technologies developed in his lab to tackle significant sustainability challenges. The seminar will cover three main topics:
- Water Production: Diaz-Marin will discuss the design of hydrogel-salt composites that can extract water from air, making it feasible in various geographies at costs comparable to tap water.
- Data Center Sustainability: The talk will explore how low-temperature carbon capture sorbents can enable data centers to become carbon-negative and water-positive by reusing heat for carbon removal.
- High-Temperature Heat Sources: The seminar will also address how dry biomass combustion can serve as a high-temperature heat source, aiding in the decarbonization of challenging industries.
Carlos Diaz-Marin is an Assistant Professor in Energy Science & Engineering at Stanford's Doerr School of Sustainability. He leads the Diaz Energy Lab, focusing on the intersection of soft materials and sustainability applications. The seminar is open to anyone interested in energy, with options to attend in person or online. For more details, visit the event website.
