TERI develops novel external shading solution for windows in buildings

News: The Energy and Resources Institute(TERI) in partnership with the Department of Science & Technology has developed an external shading system named “ShadeSmart” under the Habitat Model for Efficiency and Comfort Project.

Facts:

• Habitat Model for Efficiency and Comfort Project: It is an initiative of TERI in partnership with the Department of Science & Technology to provide the building market with external shading products that can reduce direct solar heat gain inside a building while allowing natural daylight for optimum comfort and energy efficiency.

Additional Facts:

• TERI: It is a non-profit research institute established in 1974.It conducts research work in the fields of energy, environment and sustainable development for India and the Global South.