Imagine a fabric so advanced it keeps you 5 to 10°C cooler than cotton in direct sunlight—without a single watt of electricity! Meet Metafabric, a game-changer from Zhejiang University in China. Made with polylactic acid fibers and titanium dioxide nanoparticles, it reflects over 92% of solar radiation and releases body heat. It even keeps cars up to 30°C cooler when used as a cover!
Developed by researchers Guangming Tao and Yaoguang Ma, this lightweight, breathable textile aced real-world trials.
‘This fabric could redefine comfort in hot climates with zero energy cost,’ says lead researcher Guangming Tao.
Social media is buzzing, with one climate tech expert calling it ‘a potential lifeline for energy-strapped regions facing brutal heatwaves.’
Could this be the future of clothing, outdoor gear, or even construction? Imagine slashing AC bills while staying cool—talk about a win for your wallet and the planet! What industry should adopt this first?
Sources: wired
