Electrochromic

To do this, the team has created a house with a double envelope to allow for proper insulation, solid state lighting (LED lights), Phase-changing gels in the foundation for thermal control, Electrochromic windows, which darken or light up as necessary, environmentally friendly materials, and a stunning living wall on the outside of the building which provides insulation (as well as a nice bit of greenery).

SOLAR DECATHLON 2007: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid | Inhabitat 2007

Electrochromic windows are a new enough technology that their presto-chango properties still seem like magic.

GREEN BUILDING 101: DESIGN INNOVATION | Inhabitat 2006

Electrochromic windows can block as much as 98 percent of the direct sunlight.

PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories 2010

Electrochromic windows are made with a very thin stack of dynamic materials deposited on the outside pane.

PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories 2010

Electrochromic windows are made with a very thin stack of dynamic materials deposited on the outside pane.

PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories 2010

Electrochromic auto-dimming inside rearview mirror with HomeLink® and compass

Autoblog 2010

Electrochromic windows can block as much as 98 percent of the direct sunlight.

PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories 2010

Electrochromic windows sandwich materials that change color when a small electrical field is applied across them.

Technology Review RSS Feeds 2009

Electrochromic windows sandwich materials that change color when a small electrical field is applied across them.

Technology Review RSS Feeds 2009

Electrochromic shades will replace the polarizing shades on the King Air 350i's cabin windows to enhance passenger comfort, interior aesthetics and the aircraft's operating efficiency, according to Tom Clark, general manager, PPG Aerospace - Transparencies.

Press Releases 2008