CSSF Category Awards: 2017
Alternative Energy

Junior Division

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J0215 — First Place

Marrin G. Nerenberg, Grade 8
Active vs. Passive: Which Sun Tracking Solar Panel System Is More Efficient?
Advisor: Mrs. Hadeel Payne
School: Carden School of Fresno, Fresno, Fresno County

J0219 — Second Place

Nathan A. Smith, Grade 8
What Is the Best Wind Turbine for a Consumer in an Urban Environment?
Advisor: Ms. Vicki Karlovich
School: Sutter Middle School, Sacramento, Sacramento County

J0218 — Third Place

Anna T. Rioux, Grade 8
Improving Energy Production of a Microbial Fuel Cell: Testing Surface-to-Area Ratio Variations
Advisor: Mrs. Vicky Rioux
School: St. Rose McCarthy School, Hanford, Kings County

J0211 — Fourth Place

Sanya C. Khattar, Grade 8
Accessible Solar Cells: Creating an Anthocyanin Powered Solar Cell
Advisor: Mrs. Angela Armstrong
School: Los Cerritos Middle School, Thousand Oaks, Ventura County

J0213 — Honorable Mention

Avanti S. Martinez, Grade 8
Heat Up a Cold Room with a Solar Air Heater
Advisor: Mrs. Wendi Rodriguez
School: Heritage (The) School, Phelan, San Bernardino County

J0214 — Honorable Mention

Pranav S. Moudgalya, Grade 7
Energy of the Future: Using a Microbial Fuel Cell to Harness Bacterial Power Production
Advisor: Mrs. Robin Norfleet
School: Rancho San Joaquin Middle School, Irvine, Orange County

J0221 — Honorable Mention

Misbah M. Syed, Grade 8
Efficient Design of Oscillating Water Column to Maximize Power Generated from Ocean Waves
Advisor: Mrs. Farhana Afroz
School: Granada Islamic School, Santa Clara, Santa Clara County