Innovative Cooling Fabric Offers Relief in Urban Heat Islands

Researchers develop a textile that reduces temperatures by reflecting sunlight and thermal radiation from buildings and pavement.

The new fabric keeps wearers up to 8.9°C cooler than commercial silk and 2.3°C cooler than sports fabrics.
It uses a combination of plastic and silver nanowires to achieve dual optical properties for effective cooling.
The material can be applied in clothing, building surfaces, and food storage to reduce energy and cooling costs.
Urban heat islands exacerbate the impact of global heatwaves, making passive cooling solutions increasingly vital.
The fabric has received a provisional patent and promises to mitigate heat-related health risks in densely populated areas.