Cooling

Innovations Scientists create thermal-invisible surfaces by mimicking clouds

Inspired by clouds, a new surface reflects or absorbs sunlight while hiding from infrared, offering smart thermal control without electronics.

Green Impact New biodegradable film keeps buildings cool without electricity

Green Impact Revolutionary smart windows offer real-time control over light, heat and glare

Green Impact Water-cooled artificial turf could make cities cooler and safer

Discoveries Common plastics could passively cool and heat buildings

Discoveries Cutting-edge ‘cooling glass’ can keep your home cool without electricity

Discoveries Eco-friendly house paint reduces heating and cooling costs by 36%, study finds

Discoveries Revolutionary technology can heat and cool your house at half the current price

Discoveries ‘Liquid windows’ inspired by squid skin can help buildings save energy

Discoveries Transparent window coating can actively cool buildings without using energy

Discoveries Engineers weave advanced fabric that can cool a wearer down and warm them up

Green Impact Windows that outsmart the elements

Discoveries Scientists invent energy-saving glass that ‘self adapts’ to heating and cooling demands

Innovations Water-cooled terracotta tiles provide a natural way to cool subway stations during the summer

Innovations New solar-powered technology uses salt and water to cool off-the-grid communities