Northern Arizona University

SmartFan, a simple but transformative innovation, redefines affordable cooling for underserved communities. It is just what it sounds like: a fan with some serious smarts. It leverages fluctuating temperatures and the night-day temperature difference to bring in cool air when it's hot, or hot air when it's cool. Phoenix, for example, can have a 23-degree drop at night. Why not use this, instead of using expensive, carbon-based electricity for AC? This simple yet smart solution, easily scalable and priced below $100, addresses extreme heat with groundbreaking efficiency. Why hasn't this been done before? SmartFan isn't just a fan; it's a movement towards sustainable living. Vote for us; let's cool homes, serve the underserved, and cut carbon emissions together.