Harvesting Urban Kinetic Energy: A Study on Pavegens Energy-Generating

Abstract

Abstract: The increasing demand for renewable energy sources has driven interest in innovative solutions for harnessing energy in urban environments. Energy-generating tiles, such as those developed by Pavegen, offer a promising approach to sustainable energy production by converting pedestrian footsteps into electricity. This paper investigates the concept of energy-generating tiles, focusing on Pavegen’s technology. The study encompasses the system’s design, functionality, implementation, and its potential applications in smart cities. The findings emphasize the effectiveness of Pavegen and energy tiles in generating electricity, demonstrating a significant impact in lowering a building's overall energy consumption, with potential savings of up to 62%. The findings also underscore the potential of energy-generating tiles as a supplementary energy source and a step toward sustainable urban living.