This Reflective Paint is The Future of Energy Conservation

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By Chris T

 Recently, scientists have discovered a new paint solution that can reflect much more heat than traditional paint. "This polymer paint, described online September 27 in Science, can be applied to various surfaces, including plastics, metals and wood." It also could be fashioned into recyclable tarpaulins for covering homes, cars or other enclosed spaces. I believe that this is a very big discovery in energy conservation.

 This paint is made of water, acetone and a polymer. When the paint dries, the evaporated acetone creates a surface filled with tiny air pockets. These cavities reflect over 96% of incoming sunlight. All of the holes in the paint allows any heat that does get absorbed to be released with much more efficiency than normal paint. 

 This can create structures that are much more energy efficient than before. Because the buildings can stay much cooler, they can use much less energy keeping the structure regulated in hot months. This energy can be conserved or put to a better use. Also, for people who are not very well off, using less AC can save a lot of money and allow them to have a better lifestyle.

  I think the future of this field will be to mass produce this paint and make it the standard for buildings. Also, they need to run more tests to make sure there are no considerable drawbacks that will effect the environment. They also will have to reduce the cost to a more industrial standard so they can beat out costs for traditional paints.











https://www.fastcompany.com/90242399/this-super-reflective-coating-keeps-buildings-cool-so-we-dont-need-as-much-ac

https://www.sciencenews.org/article/reflective-paint-could-keep-sunbaked-buildings-cool

Comments

  1. Chris TOctober 18, 2018 at 7:51 AM

    great work chris!

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  2. Chris TNovember 7, 2018 at 7:15 AM

    Thanks so much for the support! I really appreciate the two comments.

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  3. UnknownNovember 7, 2018 at 7:32 AM

    Dear Chris, I thought that your essay was very well written and well thought out.

    Your Friend,
    Sam

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