This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Saturday, 17 April 2021
Whiter Than White
Purdue University are developing a new white paint (https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/apr/15/whitest-ever-paint-could-help-cool-heating-earth-study-shows). This paint reflects an impressive 98% of sunlight, as well as redirecting infrared radiation. The intention is to use the paint on the flat roofs of buildings. The paint cools surfaces by 4.5 degrees Centigrade below ambient temperature. Purdue paint would not only cool buildings but would reduce the demands of air-conditioning. As they say, 'Every Little Helps', especially in hot cities.
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