These shades know how to keep cool

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Researchers at Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory have developed an automated window-and-lighting system that balances natural and artificial light. The system can respond every five seconds to shifting outdoor conditions. Tests show that the system can reduce heat from sunlight and electric lights by 50%.

Equipment and supplies, Architectural and decorative lighting, Decorative lighting, Window-shades, Window shades

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Power houses

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Houses can use solar cell panels as a roof, providing electricity for the household. Innovations in solar cells have improved efficiency and lowered costs and have a wide variety of applications in houses and buildings. A class of solar cells called thin-film cells is being used for glass panels.

Usage, Housing, Dwellings, Electric power supply, Solar cells, Solar energy

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Geothermal steps outside

Article Abstract:

Climate Master Inc. has developed a new method for the installation of geothermal heating and pump systems in houses. The heat pumps are installed outdoors based on the company's Paradigm system which reduces installation fees by $1,000.

Editorial, Installation, Services, Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning industry, HVAC industry, Heat pumps, Climate Master Inc. (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)

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