Heat is energy, and most of the heat we produce — from our bodies, kitchens and cars — just dissipates into the environment. It’s a huge waste in an energy-strapped world. But University of Washington scientists are looking for ways to turn that wasted heat into electricity. They’ve developed a flexible “fabric” that could be worn like a second skin, while helping to power our e-lifestyles.
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