Anyone with a rudimentary understanding of physics is aware that putting a clear roof on our dwellings allowing full spectrum natural light, will result in a disastrously inefficient energy monster.
Nano technology brings some radical changes to our life. But nano technology can offer glass and polycarbonate remarkable properties. The key advantage offered by nanogel filled Polycarbonate sheet is that it retains light transmission and at the same time provide excellent thermal insulation.
Centerpoint will market such a product for the first time. Its outstanding performance includes:
•  Excellent light transmission
•  Ability to withstand wind loads up to 140 mph (200 kmh)
•  UV resistance and impact strength
•  Exceptional sound dampening qualities to create quieter indoor environments
• Thermal insulation
• Low-maintenance, long-life product constructed of mold, mildew and fungus resistant materials

Polycarbonate panels are impact resistant, energy-saving, multi-wall glazing sheets that provide nearly total resistance to the degrading effects of UV light. Cabot has developed translucent nano gel (aerogel) that is nonporous. Multiwall Polycarbonate sheets are filled with this nanogel. The nanoporous particles have an air content of 97%, making Nanogel the lightest solid material in the world

The translucent roofing system is also an excellent candidate for roof domes, skylights, walkways, conservatories and other building applications where it is desirable to admit high levels of light while keeping excess heat to a minimum. The combined product-glazing panel provides more than five times the energy efficiency when compared with glass panels typically used in residential sloped glazing.