Before we build more power plants, we must stop wasting the energy we already have. PowerSense was built to explain the physics of that waste.
Conduction is heat transfer through solid materials. In your home, this happens through your walls, windows, and attic floor. Better insulation acts as a thermal barrier, slowing down the vibration of molecules and keeping heat where it belongs.
Convection is heat transfer through moving air. This is the "draft" you feel. Tiny gaps around windows, doors, and electrical outlets allow conditioned air to escape, while outdoor air rushes in to replace it, forcing your HVAC to run 24/7.
Radiant heat transfer happens through electromagnetic waves. Sunlight hitting your roof and windows transfers energy directly into your home. This is why a shaded home or reflective roofing can cut cooling costs by 15-20% in the summer.
My name is Arav Patel, and I'm a high school student passionate about mechanical engineering and plan to pursue it in college. I built PowerSense because I noticed that most people waste energy without realizing it, and the tools that exist just give you a number without explaining why. Energy waste has a real impact on our planet and our lives. So I built a simple, free calculator that tells you exactly where your home is losing energy and how to fix it, backed entirely by government data. But more than a calculator, I wanted to build something that teaches the engineering behind the waste. Using fundamental physics, PowerSense creates a conclusive solution to a major problem.
To solve the climate crisis, we need more than new technology; we need to understand the physics of our daily lives. Every action plan in this tool is rooted in engineering principles. When you seal a window or upgrade a fridge, you aren't just saving money—you're optimizing a complex thermodynamic system.