Scientists at the Institute of Materials Science of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan have succeeded in creating an important technological innovation in the field of agriculture. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
The new nanofilm technology they developed allows heating greenhouses without gas, that is, without using any fuel, and cooling them in summer. This technology reduces energy consumption by up to 80% and increases productivity by up to 50%.
This innovation is expected to bring a major revolution in agriculture. The technology was created using special nanocomposite particles.
The film absorbs the sun’s ultraviolet rays and converts them into infrared rays. These infrared rays effectively heat the soil and air, automatically regulating the temperature inside the greenhouse.
As a result of tests, even when the outside temperature dropped to between –3 and –7 degrees, the temperature inside the greenhouse was maintained between +5 and +7 degrees. This eliminates the need for additional heating equipment in winter.
In summer, the film lowers the temperature inside the greenhouse by 6–9 degrees, protecting plants from overheating. The new technology not only saves energy but is also environmentally friendly.
Due to the enhanced infrared rays, plant growth rate increases by 1.5–2 times. Additionally, when hydrogels are used, water consumption for irrigation decreases by up to 90%.
The film’s durability is three times higher compared to ordinary films, significantly reducing plastic waste. This technology represents a practical implementation of the "green heat" concept.
Instead of traditional fuel, solar energy is used as the energy source. This serves to ensure environmentally clean and sustainable development in Uzbekistan’s agriculture.
Source: zamin.uz
