"Cool blue" pigment could boost energy efficient building

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Researchers at Oregon State University have discovered a new type of blue pigment that could help boost the energy efficiency of buildings. Discovered unexpectedly three years ago, the "cool blue" pigment has unusually high infrared heat reflectivity which it is hoped can be channeled into commercial products in the near future... Continue Reading "Cool blue" pigment could boost energy efficient building

Section: ecoGizmo

Tags: Building and Construction, Energy Efficient, Oregon State University, Roofing, Solar

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