Can high-tech windows help slow climate change? We’re about to find out

Among the Inflation Reduction Act’s little-noticed yet potentially game-changing provisions: a big incentive for “smart glass,” which can make buildings significantly more energy efficient, Alex Fitzpatrick reports.

Why it matters: Buildings account for 27% of annual global carbon dioxide emissions, by one estimate. While eco-friendly buildings aren’t as sexy or exciting as electric cars, anything that makes them greener is a big win for hitting climate goals.

Driving the news: The IRA, which President Biden signed into law earlier this month, includes a 30% smart glass tax credit.