Smart windows separate heat and lightUS-based researchers claim that they have developed smart windows that can separate light and heat, which could save on energy bills for homes and offices, and give people more control and comfort. The seed of the idea came in 201 More… |
Developers face heat for London's skyscraperA new London skyscraper that reflects sunlight at an intensity capable of melting parts of a car became the latest attraction in the city's financial district on Tuesday as the developers acted to find a quick fix. The glass-c More… |
ME 'can become top renewable energy exporter'The Middle East region can become a major exporter of the renewable energy thanks to the abundance of year-round sunlight as well as pockets of geothermal activity, said a solar energy expert. The potential for this infinite resource in th More… |
3M launches new daylighting solution3M Architectural Markets has introduced its new daylighting solution that captures and harnesses sunlight in an energy-efficient lighting system for commercial buildings. Sunlight Delivery System is a sophisticated hybrid system which comb More… |
Sunlight can help prevent bone damage in womenWomen in Bahrain and its GCC neighbours are suffering potentially-crippling long-term bone damage - by covering up or staying out of the sun. Half of all post-menopausal women in Bahrain are suffering from thinning of the bones, says an ex More… |