Revisiting an old topic. How to keep warm or cool!

[Mike Lucey]

Hi Guys,

I remember there was quite a lively topic going here on the forums some time back on the best ways to either keep warm or cool in your house.

The idea was how to lessen the amount of fuel we use to heat / cool our homes and there were loads of suggestions.

In my neck of the woods our challenge is to keep warm even in some Summer months! I've just come across what I think is a brilliant idea which addresses the requirement to stay warm or cool all controlled with your smartphone!

Wendu: Control your Climate, Wear the Future
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/241246358/wendu-control-your-climate-wear-the-future

"Hot or cold, you remain at ease at all times!
With the help of thermal conduction technology, Wendu became a reality. With a working range of 20 degrees Celsius/ 36 Farenheit, Wendu can switch temperatures from 15 to 35 degrees Celsius in just a couple of minutes – that means you can be completely comfortable in just a few minutes! You may not be able to control the weather around you but with Wendu, you can maintain optimal temperature at your comfort and ease."

The developers will be retailing at €150 but early birds can jump onboard for €89. I'm just wondering what the payback period would be for the Wendu T-shirt. I doubt it would be too long and there is also the eco friendly element CO2 emissions to be taken into account.