SMRTR Science & EngineeringNov 9, 2025Interesting Engineering

Paint-like coating cools buildings, reflects 97% of sunlight, captures water from air

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Researchers at the University of Sydney and Dewpoint Innovations created a revolutionary paint-like coating that reflects 97% of sunlight while keeping surfaces six degrees cooler than surrounding air. This nano-engineered polymer simultaneously harvests atmospheric water, collecting up to 390 milliliters per square meter daily—enough for one person's drinking needs from a 12-square-meter surface.

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