Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP0883528]Researchers: Associate Professor Aaron Micallef (Chief Investigator) , Prof Carl Schiesser (Chief Investigator) , Uta Wille (Chief Investigator) , Mr Derrard Hall (Partner Investigator)
Brief description Improving Energy Efficiency through Cool Polymers in Building Materials. The advantages of using cool polymers in industrial applications such as building materials are significant. Cooler buildings are a positive contribution to our global environment with reductions in urban heat and smog through energy efficiency. Moreover, by reducing the overall temperature of the surface coating through inclusion and optimization of IR-reflective pigments, this should lead to polymers which are more durable when exposed in exterior environments. It is anticipated that the results from this work will have direct impact on the Australian paint market and potentially the commercial and residential building industries of Australia, combined with obvious economic benefits.
Funding Amount $76,881
Funding Scheme Linkage Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP0883528
- ARC : LP0883528