Solar-Powered Water Dispenser Commissioned at Our University

A solar-powered water dispenser project, coordinated by Prof. Dr. Murat Hamderi from the Department of Civil Engineering at our Faculty of Engineering, was officially inaugurated on Thursday, May 22, 2025, with a ceremony held on our campus. The project was developed with the contributions of final-year civil engineering student Taha Yanık and Kamil Ubay, a staff member of our Department of Construction and Technical Works.

The opening ceremony was attended by our Rector Prof. Dr. Cemal Yıldız, General Coordinator Ferit Küçükay, Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Aysel Uzuntaş, Secretary General Özgür Ali Şirin, as well as numerous academic and administrative staff and students.

Developed with the aim of improving access to clean drinking water and promoting the use of renewable energy sources on campus, the “TAU Solar Dispenser” generates approximately 4 kWh of energy per day through its 4.4 m² solar panels. The system purifies mains water using reverse osmosis and provides drinking water in hot, cold, and ambient temperatures. Equipped with two 20-liter storage tanks, the device also offers charging capabilities for mobile devices through USB-C, USB, and 230V outlets.

In his address during the opening, Rector Prof. Dr. Cemal Yıldız emphasized that this fully solar-powered system represents a significant step toward our university's sustainable campus goals and congratulated all those who contributed to the project.