Chandigarh Student Soham Thapar Wins Prestigious Silver Crest Award (UK) for Innovative Sustainable Energy Project
The Voice of Chandigarh News:
Soham Thapar, a talented student from Sri Guru Gobind Singh Senior Secondary School, Sector 35, Chandigarh, has achieved international recognition with his groundbreaking project that harnesses electricity from gym cycles in public parks. His innovative approach has earned him the esteemed Silver Crest Award in the UK, a prestigious accolade celebrating excellence in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).
Soham’s project ingeniously converts the kinetic energy generated by gym cycles into electrical energy through a dynamo. This energy is then used to charge batteries or power night lamps in public parks, offering a dual benefit: promoting clean, renewable energy and encouraging a healthier lifestyle for park-goers. The project exemplifies a sustainable solution that aligns with modern environmental and wellness goals.
“I am deeply honored to receive the Silver Crest Award,” Soham said. “This project has highlighted for me the importance of sustainability and the profound impact that even small innovations can have on our world. I am grateful to my teachers, school, and family for their unwavering support throughout this journey.”
The Silver Crest Award, one of the UK’s highest honors for young STEM innovators, recognized Soham’s project for its originality, feasibility, and potential to create positive environmental change. His initiative has already caught the attention of the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation, which is considering a pilot implementation in five city parks. If successful, this could set a new precedent for integrating renewable energy solutions into public spaces.
Soham expressed his gratitude to his school Principal Mrs. Parminder Jit Mann for her inspirational guidance, physics teacher Ms. Anjali Awasthi for her technical mentorship, and class teacher Mr. Vikas Bassi for his constant encouragement.
Looking ahead, Soham aims to expand this concept to more parks and public spaces globally, advocating for a broader adoption of green energy solutions. His project stands as a testament to the potential of young innovators to drive meaningful change in the quest for a more sustainable future.
