In 2008, Leonardo DiCaprio bought into a Manhattan building with solar power and filtered air; 6 years later, he bought the neighboring apartment for $8 millionActor Leonardo DiCaprio has made a notable investment in sustainable living by purchasing apartments in the eco-friendly Riverhouse buildin...
12 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
A newly discovered solar phenomenon could help scientists predict the Sun’s next powerful outburst and solar flareNew solar telescope observations reveal swirling plasma movements on the Sun's surface. This phenomenon, known as Kelvin-Helmholtz instabil...
11 Sep, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
In 2016, Gwyneth Paltrow bought 2.4 acres in Montecito for $4.9 million and rebuilt from scratch; 6 years later, her 14,000-square-foot solar-powered home used graywater systemGwyneth Paltrow built a large estate in Montecito during a severe California drought. Her new home incorporated solar panels and a graywate...
11 Sep, 2026, 03.49 PM IST
In 1988, Ed Begley Jr. bought a Studio City home for $225,000 and transformed it with solar panels, efficient appliances, and EV charging; 26 years later, it sold for $1.025 millionOver the years, actor Ed Begley Jr. has meticulously turned his home into a model of energy efficiency. This incremental renovation approac...
11 Sep, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
In 2018, Susan Sarandon bought 45 acres in Vermont for an off-grid solar-and-geothermal home; 5 years later, engineers and staff flagged 47 alleged construction problemsActress Susan Sarandon's dream of an off-grid Vermont estate encountered significant construction problems and a lawsuit. Her company filed...
11 Sep, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
In 1996, Alicia Silverstone paid $597,000 for a four-bedroom Hollywood Hills home, then added solar and graywater; 30 years later, it is worth over $2 millionHomes with green features are increasingly selling for more money across the United States. Actress Alicia Silverstone's Hollywood Hills ho...
11 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis moved into their LA farmhouse months before COVID; after 5 years of construction, its solar system now powers the entire propertyAshton Kutcher and Mila Kunis dedicated five years to meticulously designing their six-acre farmhouse in Los Angeles. Working alongside arc...
10 Sep, 2026, 09.50 PM IST
- Global cleantech investment fell in first half on slowing China momentum
Global investment in clean technologies fell 17% to $770 billion in the first half of 2026, as a slowdown in China outweighed growth in som...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.16 PM IST
Mark Ruffalo was playing the Hulk while fighting another battle in New York. His farm became part of his clean-energy campaignActor Mark Ruffalo transformed into a passionate environmentalist after observing the destructive effects of fracking close to his home. Hi...
10 Sep, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Quote of the day by Brad Pitt: 'When I got untethered from the comfort of religion, it wasn't a loss of faith for me, it was a discovery of...' - Why letting go of familiar beliefs can sometimes lead to a deeper understanding of who you areBrad Pitt's journey is a testament to his relentless ambition and innovative spirit. Transitioning seamlessly from a beloved heartthrob to ...
10 Sep, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
Can Karamtara Engineering IPO deliver long-term growth for high-risk investors?Karamtara Engineering plans a ₹875 crore IPO to repay debt and fund expansion. The company has shown healthy financial growth over recent y...
10 Sep, 2026, 07.16 AM IST
Hollywood heroes meet 1980s photo trend: Tom Cruise to Brad Pitt to Leonardo DiCaprio, netizens reimagine stars as vintage ’80s heroes using latest AI promptIn a fun twist, Hollywood celebrities are receiving a dazzling AI-driven retro makeover, instantly reminiscent of 1980s action movie legend...
09 Sep, 2026, 09.04 PM IST
Govt offers 50% funding capped at Rs 2 crore to replace fossil fuels with solar heat in industryThe Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is inviting proposals for solar thermal technology. Financial support up to fifty percent is avail...
09 Sep, 2026, 12.04 AM IST
Quote of the day by Ana de Armas: 'It’s fun to just be true to yourself. There are certain moments in your life…' Hollywood actress’ powerful lesson on staying true to yourselfAna de Armas believes staying true to yourself means trusting your instincts, even when others question your choices. In an Associated Pres...
08 Sep, 2026, 03.40 PM IST
By 2024, over 550,000 Germans had hung solar panels from their balcony railings and plugged them into wall sockets, turning apartments into mini power plants; within a year, installations surged to 1 million as the simple, roughly €500 technology spread among rentersGermany's innovative balcony solar systems provide a hassle-free solution for renters looking to harness solar energy. Designed for easy se...
08 Sep, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
In 2016, Portland approved a 660-kilowatt solar array atop its old landfill. 10 years later, the former dump is a clean-energy site poised to power city operations todayPortland Maine Solar Project gave an old city landfill a surprising second life. Behind Ocean Avenue, the closed site now supports solar en...
05 Sep, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
In 1991, EPFL scientists Brian O’Regan and Michael Grätzel developed solar cells inspired by plant photosynthesis. 34 years later, the technology had reached 12% efficiencyIn 1991, EPFL scientists Brian O’Regan and Michael Grätzel developed a solar cell inspired by plant photosynthesis. Their dye-sensitized so...
04 Sep, 2026, 07.25 PM IST