The Scots have just invented heated wallpaper to replace gas boilers

Faced with the climate challenge and the need to reduce carbon emissions, Scotland is co-testing an innovative solution electric wallpaper that can heat houses. This technology could revolutionize home heating in a country where 84% of households still rely on gas.

Scottish innovation that could transform our interiors

Twelve apartments are currently enjoying a unique experience on the streets of Glasgow. Their ceilings are covered witha revolutionary wallpaper that emits infrared heat just three minutes after switching on. Developed by Scottish researchers in collaboration with Glasgow City Council and the West of Scotland Housing Association, this technology represents a promising alternative to traditional and environmentally harmful gas boilers.

There is an urgent need for solutions for energy intensive buildings

Scotland faces a particular challenge. The country is home some of the oldest buildings in Europe, whose insulation often leaves something to be desired. These buildings lose three times more heat than their newer European counterparts. This situation, together with the country’s geographical location (closer to the Arctic than most European countries), leads to significant energy consumption for heating.

A simple but effective technology

The principle of this innovative wallpaper is based on the use of copper and graphene strips. It runs on electricity and emits infrared radiation, which effectively warms the living space. The big advantage lies in this its compatibility with renewable energies, as the electricity required can come from the numerous offshore wind farms in the North Sea.

This innovation comes at a good time for Scotland, which has set the ambitious goal of being carbon neutral by 2045. Currently, 36% of the country’s annual CO2 emissions come from household heating. This technology not only reduces carbon footprint but also improves indoor air quality by eliminating the combustion fumes typical of conventional systems.

A promising mission in Glasgow

The city of Glasgow has around 70,000 homes and represents an ideal testing ground for this new technology. Initial feedback from equipped residents is encouraging. IoT sensors and analytics based on artificial intelligence allow you to closely monitor the effectiveness of the system. This initiative is part of a wider program led by Scotland Beyond Net Zero, a coalition of climate and sustainable development experts from various Scottish universities. Would you be willing to use such a device at home?

• Scotland is testing electric heating wallpaper to replace gas boilers
• This technology uses strips of copper and graphene to radiate infrared heat
• Initial tests on 12 apartments in Glasgow show promising results in achieving the goal of carbon neutrality by 2045