Tempe summers are notorious, with temperatures often exceeding 110°F. Standard glass windows act as a magnifying glass, trapping heat inside and forcing HVAC systems to work overtime. High-quality smart films are engineered with infrared rejection properties. While the film can switch for privacy, it also acts as a thermal barrier. By blocking a significant percentage of solar heat, the film reduces the "hot spots" near windows, balancing indoor temperatures and lowering cooling bills—a major concern for Tempe energy consumers.

Smart film is a thin, self-adhesive layer that can be retrofitted onto existing glass surfaces. It utilizes , which consists of liquid crystals dispersed in a polymer matrix.

Smart Film is a thin, self-adhesive layer applied to existing glass surfaces. It uses technology to change its appearance:

Smart Film is a self-adhesive, liquid crystal-based film that can be applied to glass surfaces. With the flip of a switch (or a remote/app command), the film instantly changes from to clear (transparent) .