We attempt to convert the TiO2 absorption onset from the ultraviolet B to the ultraviolet A region using mixed phase titania. The sun can provide an abundant source of photons; however, UV light accounts for only a small fraction (~5%) of the sun's energy compared to the visible region (45%), but get harmful effects. Nanocrystalline TiO2 of high surface area (100-230 m2/g) and with various anatase/rutile ratios was prepared by refluxing TiCl4 acid diluted solutions