Singapore patently ahead in Asian tech innovation

Malaysia Sun, 8 Jan 2011Singapore is red-hot when it comes to harnessing the sun's energy. Amid concern over climate change, use of solar energy has grown, but pricey solar cells are vulnerable to water damage.Enter a weatherproof film invented by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research.The Tera-Barrier film has drawn investment from solar equipment giant Applied Materials. Full story