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12/20/2023

Did you know our cities are getting hotter? The Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect is where areas experience higher temperatures than their rural surroundings, driving numerous energy, environmental, and health concerns.

This phenomenon occurs due to the abundance of concrete, asphalt, buildings (and associated energy use), and other human activities that release, absorb, and retain heat. According to the US U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in the United States, UHIs can lead to an increase in temperature of 7°F in cities and are predicted to rise with growing urban landscapes.

Why is this a concern? UHIs lead to increased energy use for cooling, elevated emissions of harmful pollutants and greenhouse gases, heightened risks to human health and comfort, and even impact water quality.

Various strategies help combat the effect. Some methods include green roofs, cooling materials that reflect solar energy, and even integrating more vegetation. But, among them all, solar windows are shaping to be one of the most promising. They can help combat the UHI effect by converting sunlight into electricity rather than allowing it to heat building surfaces. These windows, like UbiQD's quantum dot-integrated Wendow, enable buildings to generate while reducing heat absorption.

This approach not only aids in energy generation but also contributes to cooling and regulating urban conditions, facilitating a more natural, efficient, and clean environment.

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Learn more about the urban heat island effect from the EPA 👉 https://www.epa.gov/heatislands

12/13/2023

Innovation drives progress; at UbiQD, it's at the heart of what we do.

The future of sustainable architecture is quickly progressing, with advanced materials at the forefront. Our Wendow solar windows—powered by our proprietary technology—represent a leap in building materials. They combine energy efficiency with practicality, paving the way for self-sufficient buildings that can produce their own energy. This not only bolsters resilience but also reduces dependence on traditional energy sources. It offers much more than an energy solution; it's a significant step towards creating self-sustaining cities.

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12/06/2023

By integrating our proprietary into glass, we convert ordinary windows into solar energy generators.

It's simple. As sunlight passes through, our quantum dots capture and redirect it to solar cells at the edges, generating electricity right where it's needed. This harmonious blend of aesthetics and utility results in clean power generation while preserving the functional purpose of glass.

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10/18/2023

Happy ! Often, the key to monumental change lies in the tiniest of details. For us, it's !

These nano-sized particles are at the core of our Wendow solar windows, giving them their unique energy-harvesting and insulating capabilities.

While traditional renewable solutions are imperative, address the untapped potential of our built environment. Our proprietary quantum dots capture and redirect the sun's energy to generate electricity right where we live and work. The benefit lies not just in the technology but in its seamless integration into – transforming our cities into active contributors to our clean energy mix.

Harnessing the power of our quantum dots, we're facilitating a pivotal step towards fully our urban environments.

10/11/2023

The recent Nobel Prize in Chemistry has ignited conversations around , underlining their transformative potential. But what practical change can these tiny particles bring to our urban environments?

Buildings account for roughly a third of the world's total consumption and – but quantum dots are redefining this narrative. With their unique light-converting properties, our quantum dot-integrated solar windows efficiently extract electricity from what appears to be ordinary glass.

Incorporating this technology, like our Wendow solar windows, can significantly diminish our cities' carbon footprint and move closer to self-sustaining urban environments. In fact, buildings fully integrated with solar windows can see a substantial 40% reduction in energy consumption and emissions, according to a recent study from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.

As we push the boundaries of sustainable architecture, one thing is clear: the future is bright, and quantum dots are lighting the path.

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Learn more about our technology and what the Nobel Prize means for us 👉 https://lnkd.in/gYs7Tj_U

09/20/2023

Glass facades have become a staple of modern . However, they also bring challenges due to their poor thermal properties. So, how can we balance aesthetics with energy efficiency?

The answer lies in (PV) windows.

A recent study from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) reveals that PV windows, like our Wendow solar windows, can achieve a significant 40% reduction in a building's energy consumption and emissions. Moreover, the study demonstrated that locations like temperate New York offered even more reductions than sunny Tucson. Counterintuitive? Yes, but science often is.

Blending form and function, PV windows are redefining our understanding of what's achievable in energy-efficient building design.

Read the full study from NREL 👉https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy23osti/82090.pdf

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08/30/2023

30%. That's the share of total from our buildings globally. This statistic from the International Energy Agency (IEA) highlights the pressing need for innovation in the built environment.

Within our cities, where vast stretches of glass define the skyline, what if every window was an asset in our mix? With technology, we're doing just that – redefining the purpose of windows, taking them from passive design elements to active clean energy generators.

With quantum dot solar windows like , we're well on our way to developing more sustainable urban landscapes.

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07/26/2023

When discussing , we often focus on the environmental benefits. But let's not forget the powerful social impacts. Equitable energy access and localized are part of what makes this technology truly transformative in our urban communities!

How does solar window tech lend itself to a thriving urban ?

Sustainable energy isn't just about reducing carbon footprints – it's about empowering communities. With solar windows, like our Wendow tech, buildings can generate their own power, lowering utility costs and providing energy security.

But it's more than savings – it's about independence, self-sufficiency, and resilience. It's about strengthening communities by creating local sources to sustain and stimulate growth.

Solar windows are more than just a solution for climate change; they're a social innovation, driving a shift towards more equitable, community-focused energy systems!

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07/20/2023

We are thrilled that Christopher Nolan's much-awaited film, , comes out today!

As the excitement builds, we at UbiQD have a personal connection. Set and shot in our hometown of Los Alamos, New Mexico, the film explores the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the father of the atomic bomb and the first Director of Los Alamos National Laboratory.

We had the incredible pleasure of giving Nolan and his crew a tour of our HQ and teaching him about for the first time. And while our labs didn't make it to the big screen, several of our employees and friends are extras in the film. They swapped their lab coats for costumes, and we can't wait to see their faces on the big screen – interwoven into the story that shaped our hometown.

continues to inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries, and we're working hard to write the next chapter in its rich scientific legacy!

From Oppenheimer's pioneering work to our mission of developing and solutions, we are grateful to be part of this scientific community AND this inspiring masterpiece of film!