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A photoillustration depicts a model of the radiative cooling system with a snowflake to the left and a flame to the right.
Energy Efficiency

‘Magic’ system cools buildings while harnessing solar heat

by Katie Pyzyk
February 24, 2021
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Researchers' design combines passive radiative cooling with solar water heating — all without requiring electricity.

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Energy Efficiency

Blinded by the light: Chicago startup’s technology saves your eyes — and energy, too

by Katie Pyzyk
January 27, 2021
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Trying to see your smartphone screen in bright sunlight is not only frustrating, it uses a lot of energy. Chicago-based Azumo is developing technology to eliminate that issue. Founder and CEO Mike...

Someday you might live in a mushroom house
Energy Efficiency

Someday you might live in a mushroom house

by Katie Pyzyk
January 19, 2021
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Do you ever stop to really think about what materials your home is constructed from and the environmental impact? Scientists are, and a handful believe the fungus that creates mushrooms is the...

Lights, no camera, action: Study recommends energy saving during virtual meetings
Energy Efficiency

Lights, no camera, action: Study recommends energy saving during virtual meetings

by Katie Pyzyk
January 15, 2021
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It’s no secret that the pandemic prompted a surge in video chat use even though the technology has existed for years. If you suffer from “Zoom fatigue” like I do, you’ll probably...

Thermochromic window shows its true colors as an energy generator and heat blocker
Energy Efficiency

Thermochromic window shows its true colors as an energy generator and heat blocker

by Katie Pyzyk
October 16, 2020
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National Renewable Energy Laboratory scientists devised a next-generation thermochromic window. Thermochromic items are temperature sensitive and change color when the temperature changes. The window generates electricity while reducing the need for air...

Chicago startup makes light work of energy-efficient communications
Energy Efficiency

Chicago startup makes light work of energy-efficient communications

by Katie Pyzyk
July 24, 2020
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Happy Friday afternoon! We’re about midway through the summer so I hope you have some fun, safe, and socially distant plans to milk these summer days for all they’re worth. When making...

Let the sun shine in: Customizable smart window balances energy production with user design preferences
Energy Efficiency

Let the sun shine in: Customizable smart window balances energy production with user design preferences

by Katie Pyzyk
July 15, 2020
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🌞 SOLAR: A Midwest collaboration has resulted in a new smart window that could generate energy while also adjusting to the user’s preferences. Scientists at Argonne National Laboratory, Northwestern University, the University of Chicago and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee contributed...

Energy Efficiency

Chicago startup seeks more efficient screens — and more diverse team

by Katie Pyzyk
June 17, 2020
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A Chicago-based cleantech company is accelerating efforts to boost diversity within its business after recent protests and social unrest around the country. More on NanoPattern Technologies after today’s tech headlines… Today’s headlines:...

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