Shade, habitat and recycled-plastic references

Published sources and evidence boundaries for Canohaven's physical program.

Research program. No product is currently for sale. External references are not program-specific physical validation.

Program context

Canohaven explores recycled-plastic shade and habitat infrastructure. Material processing, thermal comfort and structural configuration are related but distinct questions. Existing public imagery illustrates the program concept; it does not establish a particular cooling effect, wind rating or service life.

Reading the evidence

Read thermal studies in their climate, geometry and measurement context. A reduction in one reported temperature measure does not automatically describe human comfort or conditions under every shade structure. Recycled-plastic standards and research identify test methods and relevant material questions, but a standard's existence does not certify a particular product. Preserve formulation, aging and test-condition information when comparing evidence.

Evidence boundaries

These links identify public references already associated with the program's research. They do not imply a partnership, license to redistribute full texts, or independent certification of an Atlas product.

Sources and public resources

Impact of shade on outdoor thermal comfort - a seasonal field study in Tempe, Arizona

Published peer_reviewed reference in the existing program research collection. This supplies external background, rather than evidence of Atlas product testing or certification.

Publisher
Middel A., Selover N., Hagen B., Chhetri N.

Consult the original publication for methods, dates, limitations and reuse terms. External research does not establish the performance of this program.

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50 Grades of Shade

Published peer_reviewed reference in the existing program research collection. This supplies external background, rather than evidence of Atlas product testing or certification.

Publisher
Middel A. et al. (ASU)

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ASTM D6662 Standard Specification for Polyolefin-Based Plastic Lumber Decking Boards

Published standard reference in the existing program research collection. This supplies external background, rather than evidence of Atlas product testing or certification.

Publisher
ASTM International

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Link checked 2026-10-06. Publisher responded successfully.

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