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In a 2025 study, researchers fired clay bricks with 10% eggshell powder; thermal conductivity was 50% lower than in untreated bricksInnovators are integrating eggshell waste into fired clay bricks, effectively reducing heat transfer in building structures. By using a 10%...- Clean-air solution startup Yoga Clean Air raises Rs 20 crore from Info Edge Ventures, othersFounded by Sachin Panwar in 2010 with Deepak Raina and Gaurav Nagar, the company develops indoor air quality systems for homes, schools, ho...
- Notre Dame engineers tested a clear window coating that filters solar heat; model interiors stayed up to 7.2°C cooler without electricityInnovators have developed a cutting-edge transparent coating that effectively blocks solar heat while still allowing natural light to perme...
- In 2019, Buffalo scientists coated aluminum film with a cooling polymer; a small prototype cooled an enclosed box by 11°F by day and 20°F at nightScientists have engineered a cost-effective film utilizing aluminum foil combined with a polymer layer. This innovative film actively cools...
- Pakistan suspends eight officials after deadly infant ward firePakistan's prime minister said eight officials were suspended and called for criminal proceedings against them, after 14 infants were kille...
- In 2023, researchers modeled fluid-filled microchannel windows; computer simulations estimated the liquid system could cut building energy use by 43 percentResearchers are developing innovative liquid windows that can control heat and light transmission. These tunable windows could potentially ...
- 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 airInnovative researchers have crafted a groundbreaking porous plastic sheet that cools without any electrical input. By reflecting sunlight a...
- UPenn researchers copied elephant skin in porous cement tiles; a mockup home stayed near 32°C versus 42°C and 52°C with commercial stucco surfacesResearchers developed innovative cement tiles inspired by elephant skin for passive cooling. These tiles feature engineered cracks that abs...
- 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 ...
- Electricity bill reduced by 60%: Woman shares AC setting she claims helped slash monthly bill significantlyA content creator’s two-part AC experiment has sparked discussion after she reported a monthly electricity bill drop from about Rs 3,500 to...
- 8 Simple tricks to improve ventilation and cool down your room without ACStruggling with a stuffy, muggy room? Poor ventilation often shows up as musty smells, condensation or mould, but fixing it doesn't require...
- LG Electronics India bets on exports, B2B products for margin boostLG Electronics India is looking to exports and B2B products as key growth drivers as its Korean parent aims to make India a global manufact...
- Flickering lights at home? Here’s what that blinking bulb could be trying to tell youLights that flicker might indicate underlying electrical issues, yet they don't all necessitate urgent professional help. Often, a quick fi...
- Long before air conditioners, Americans used ‘white gold’ and other clever methods to keep themselves coolIn a time before air conditioning, Americans became innovative in their quest to stay cool. Architectural elements like high ceilings and s...
- 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...
- Whirlpool India to revive brand, sets sights on premium play: MD Narasimhan EswarWhirlpool India says it will operate independently despite its US parent retaining a 39.7% stake. The company plans to expand its premium p...
- In 2025, U.S. researchers developed an air-conditioning system that stores cooling in a salt solution; a Miami simulation projected a 93% cut in peak electricity demandInnovative air conditioning technology now harnesses the power of saltwater solutions to store energy. Developed by researchers at NREL, th...
- In 2024, scientists built a window that kept a model house about 7°C cooler, without electricity or blocking the viewEngineers in South Korea have developed an innovative smart window that cools spaces sans electricity. This remarkable glass not only refle...
- Voltas shares in focus after Q1 profit surges 52%. Buy, Sell or Hold?Voltas reported a strong Q1 FY27, with consolidated net profit rising 52% YoY to ₹213 crore and revenue growing 19% to ₹4,673 crore. Howeve...
- How to cool down a hot car quickly without overworking the AC: Try this simple trick before you start drivingTo efficiently cool down hot cars, start by opening windows and a door on opposite sides to encourage airflow. Additionally, roll down the ...
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