Cooling homes with an endothermic reaction

Researchers have developed a system that uses endothermic dissolution of a salt in water to cool its immediate surrounding area. Solar energy can then regenerate the solute and means the cyclic system can work without requiring an electricity supply, making it well-suited for users in remote areas.

Find out more and download the starter slide to use with your class and give a new context when studying exothermic and endothermic reactions with your 14–16 students.