Our Sustainable Future: “Smart” roofs that can save energy

Global Challenges/Chemistry Solutions

Aug 30, 2010Science & Medicine

Scientists are reporting development of a “smart” roof coating, made from waste cooking oil from fast food restaurants, that can “read” a thermometer and help save energy. Roofs coated with the material would reflect sco...

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