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In 1643, an Italian physicist and mathematician came up with a crucial invention to help measure atmospheric pressure laying foundation for weather forecasts and unraveling many secrets in thermodynamics and modern meteorology- Tokyo used rooftop rainwater and AI-powered spraying to fight extreme urban heat; study finds potential to cool buildings and cut air-conditioning demand and reducing the intensity of heat waves
- Why do hotel room windows rarely open fully? Here’s the real reason
- In 2023, U.S. scientists created “cooling glass” that reflects 99% of solar energy and radiates building heat toward spaceA team of engineers at the University of Maryland has unveiled a revolutionary rooftop glass coating that offers remarkable cooling propert...10 Aug, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
- Austrian researchers 3D-printed porous ceramic cubes for passive cooling; one water-filled prototype cooled nearby air by nearly 7°C without electricityResearchers from Austria have created groundbreaking 3D-printed ceramic cubes designed for passive cooling applications. Utilizing the prin...10 Aug, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
- Vinegar to clean your car windscreen: How to use it correctly, why people do it and does it work?Vinegar on car windscreen: Vinegar possesses acidic properties that can tackle some windshield grime and water marks. However, relying sole...10 Aug, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
- In 2011, New York tried a simple way to beat peak summer heat by painting rooftops white; here’s how it helped cool citiesIn a proactive initiative starting in 2011, volunteers in New York City painted rooftops white to tackle the challenges of urban heat. This...09 Aug, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
- German scientists created a sponge-like material that could pull 1.8 liters of drinking water from dry air every day, turning desert air into a potential drinking-water sourceResearchers have developed a groundbreaking material that can absorb moisture from arid air and act as a highly efficient coolant for air c...08 Aug, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
- Rooftop rainwater could help cities stay cooler and cut heatwave days, study findsCollecting rainwater and spraying it on rooftops may cool cities during heatwaves. This system uses evaporative cooling to lower roof tempe...08 Aug, 2026, 03.48 PM IST
- Trump administration to invest $3 billion into minerals projects to boost US defense supply chainsThe US government is investing three billion dollars into critical minerals and battery projects. This initiative aims to increase domestic...08 Aug, 2026, 06.18 AM IST
- Around 1450, an Italian polymath created a device to understand local wind force and weather patterns for designing safe buildings and gave the world its first mechanical anemometer: How did Leon Battista Alberti's invention worked?Around 1450, Leon Battista Alberti developed the first known mechanical anemometer, using a swinging plate to measure wind force. The devic...08 Aug, 2026, 03.23 AM IST
- Most travelers never notice this clever airport design that helps keep thousands of flights safe every day, and it involves windowsAir traffic control tower windows are uniquely designed to slope inward, effectively minimizing distracting reflections from the interior. ...07 Aug, 2026, 10.33 PM IST
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta 2026: Dates, timings, Nightglow, parking and everything visitors need to knowThe Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is set to soar into its forty-eighth year in August 2026. With over a hundred breathtaking hot air...07 Aug, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
- In 2016, scientists revealed why dusk and nighttime are the most dangerous hours on the roadResearchers at Fraunhofer have unveiled a cutting-edge LED headlight system designed to enhance night driving safety. Utilizing more than o...06 Aug, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
- India's clean energy push must shift from capacity to adoption: ExpertsIndia must now integrate its expanding clean energy capacity effectively. Experts highlight transmission and storage as key integration cha...05 Aug, 2026, 07.21 PM IST
- Rs 9 lakh ‘human refrigerator’ from Japan can cool your body faster than traditional ACsIn a bid to combat extreme temperatures, a Japanese firm has unveiled an innovative 'human refrigerator' booth. This cutting-edge stainless...05 Aug, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
- July power consumption jumps 10.9% as humidity fuels AC use across IndiaIndia's power consumption rose 10.93 percent year-on-year in July. High humidity levels increased cooling appliance usage across the countr...02 Aug, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- Fire risks, water shortages as heatwave hits central EuropeCentral Europe was sweltering under the latest heatwave in an already record-breaking summer on Friday, with several countries taking steps...31 Jul, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
- Can chalk replace air conditioning? France is putting the idea to the testFrance is experiencing a surge in demand for crushed chalk as a cooling solution. This traditional cleaning powder is applied to windows, r...30 Jul, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
- In 1902, Willis Carrier invented modern air conditioning after Florida doctor John Gorrie's decades-old cooling idea paved the wayIn 1902, engineer Willis Carrier created the first modern air conditioning system to solve a printing company's humidity problem, forever c...27 Jul, 2026, 05.58 PM IST
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