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Delhi's August: Above-normal rain, warm nights, and three-year high AQI- In 2020, researchers tested a self-moistening hydrogel mat under solar panels; it cooled them by at least 10°C and boosted output by up to 19%
- In a 2025 study, Penn State researchers tested porous PMMA sheets that reflected 96.4% of sunlight; a test box stayed 14.7°F cooler than the outdoor air
- In 2019, UT Austin and Lockheed Martin developed a hydrogel system producing 12 times more water than commercial solar stills. 7 years later, its 3.6 L/h/m² rate remains a striking benchmark in solar purificationSeven years after the original 2019 report, the reported 3.6 liters per hour per square meter remains an interesting benchmark for understa...29 Aug, 2026, 04.31 AM IST
- From food waste to water: A new research shows how new biomass hydrogels could help turning discarded food and agricultural waste into a source of atmospheric water for irrigation and sustainable farmingResearchers developed new hydrogels from natural materials to capture atmospheric moisture. These innovative materials can absorb water vap...28 Aug, 2026, 06.25 PM IST
- Since 2016, U.S. government spent $150 million for ocean wave energy testing facility off Oregon coast, first large carbon-free marine energy site in North America continent is now readyOregon State University developed the test facility. But the facility has yet to generate any electricity because no wave energy devices ha...27 Aug, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
- Ladakh cuts VAT on natural gas to 5% to boost clean energy adoptionLadakh has significantly reduced its value-added tax on natural gas. The tax on CNG and PNG has been lowered from 21 percent to just 5 perc...27 Aug, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
- In 2000, Sandia used a 416-nanometer cheesecloth-like crystal to bend infrared light with little loss. 26 years later, the approach still guides research into faster, cooler photonic chipsSandia researchers developed a tiny structure guiding infrared light with minimal loss. This artificial crystal, made from gallium arsenide...26 Aug, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
- MIT built a three-layer passive cooling panel of aerogel, hydrogel and reflective material; tests cooled it 9.3°C below ambient and suggested up to 40% longer food storage in humid conditionsResearchers have created a passive cooling system that uses natural processes. This innovative device cools significantly below ambient air...26 Aug, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
- NASA-recommended plants for indoor air quality: From Green Spider Plant to Peace Lily; here is the list of houseplants studied for their air-purifying potentialA recent study by NASA delved into how indoor plants can absorb volatile organic compounds. Notable plants, such as spider plants and peace...26 Aug, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
- AI data centre firm AMI orders 9,000 Nvidia Vera Rubin chipsAM Intelligence (AMI), promoted by Greenko founders, has ordered 9,000 Nvidia Vera Rubin chips as it builds a 5GW global data centre networ...26 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
- Argonne modeled Chicago’s August 2021 heatwave with different roof types; white roofs lowered air temperature by nearly 2°C and cooling energy use by 16.6%Transforming the rooftops of Chicago into cooler surfaces has led to a notable reduction in city temperatures. The use of white cool roofs ...25 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- In 2023, researchers found shade cooled Singapore streets by 0.8°C across 20 sites. Today, vegetation is estimated to save 228 GWh of energy yearlySingapore's trees offer significant cooling benefits for city streets. Shaded areas were found to be cooler, reducing heat stress for peopl...25 Aug, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
- Illinois researchers tested a passive cooling film in Houston; treated metal roofs measured more than 40°F cooler in direct sunlightAs American summers heat up, public health risks escalate, prompting researchers to create an innovative coating that cools metal roofs by ...25 Aug, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
- Put 1 tablespoon of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water: University of Georgia Extension says scrub refrigerator door seals, then test them with a $1 billRefrigerator door gaskets often gather dirt, which can impede appliance efficiency. According to recommendations from the University of Geo...25 Aug, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
- Philadelphia painted black pavement with a light-coloured coating to fight extreme heat. A year later, researchers found one clear differenceTo tackle urban heat island effects, Philadelphia is trialing cool pavement solutions. In Hunting Park, a reflective light-colored coating ...24 Aug, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
- ET Evoke: OECD nations should pay the Global South for climate damages they've caused - if the latter adopt carbon pricing, says Economics Professor Michael GreenstoneGreenstone, Milton Friedman Distinguished Service Professor in Economics at the University of Chicago, says air pollution is shortening liv...24 Aug, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
- How to clean dust from your phone speaker: Easy DIY methods to restore clear soundOver time, dust and debris can obstruct your phone's speaker, diminishing sound quality. To restore audio clarity, use a dry cotton swab to...24 Aug, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
- ETMarkets Management Talk | CleanMax’s next growth phase: 1.5 GW capacity addition target, Rs 3,000 crore EBITDA by FY28, says Kuldeep JainCleanMax targets 1.5 GW capacity additions in FY27 and over Rs 3,000 crore EBITDA by FY28. Growth is driven by data centres, AI, Make in In...22 Aug, 2026, 07.04 PM IST
- Stanford ran water beneath mirror-like rooftop panels; they cooled it 3–5°C below the surrounding air by sending heat into spaceResearchers at Stanford have created innovative panels that cool water exclusively using sunlight and mirrors. These panels effectively ref...21 Aug, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
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