In 2024, NTU coated roofs, walls, and roads across a Singapore industrial block: afternoon air fell by 2°C, and pedestrians felt up to 1.5°C cooler outdoors

In Singapore, engineers have experimented with a groundbreaking coating designed to minimize heat absorption in urban settings. This innovative solution successfully reduced air temperatures in test areas by as much as two degrees Celsius, providing pedestrians with a cooler experience, feeling up to 1.5 degrees less heat. The reflective properties of this paint are promising for enhancing sunlight reflection and promoting urban cooling without major infrastructure changes.