Innovative transparent materials promise major energy savings for buildings
TL;DR
Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have developed MOCHI, a transparent insulating material that can significantly reduce heat loss through windows by trapping heat while remaining nearly invisible, potentially transforming building energy efficiency and enabling more glass use in construction.
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