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09/19/2011

Capitalize with External Shading

Reducing the amount of solar energy will lessen the amount of air conditioning needed to battle the rising temperature associated with solar energy entering your building, as well as lessen the number of complaints you receive about the sun’s rays causing glare on computer screens and other surfaces.

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Capitalize with External Shading

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