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COOLING TECHNOLOGIES FOR URBAN AREAS
Rooftop rainwater could help cities stay cooler and cut heatwave days, study finds- In 1919, an African-American woman inventor created a central heating system powered by gas laying foundation for the future systems: How Alice H. Parker changed the world for good?
- Pidilite sees double-digit volume growth in FY27 despite volatile commodity prices: MD Sudhanshu Vats
- Researchers replaced a bare roof with plants; green roof surfaces stayed 30 to 40°F cooler in summerGreen roofs cool surfaces by up to forty degrees Fahrenheit, reducing urban heat island effects. Evapotranspiration from plants cools build...05 Aug, 2026, 06.03 PM IST
- Purdue University created paint so white that a coated surface stayed 8°F below the surrounding air at noonPurdue University researchers developed an ultra-white paint reflecting nearly all sunlight. This innovative paint keeps surfaces cooler th...05 Aug, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
- India's data centre capacity rises over four-fold to 1,575 MW as AI demand accelerates: GovtSince 2020, India's data centre capacity has surged fourfold to around 1,575 MW. This impressive growth stems largely from rising needs in ...05 Aug, 2026, 05.25 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
- UAE-India: More than just energyIndia's rapid economic growth positions it as a key partner for the UAE. The two nations are enhancing trade and industrial collaborations ...05 Aug, 2026, 09.10 AM IST
- Just 18% of sewerage projects completed in 5 years under AMRUT 2.0A parliamentary panel found only 18% of sewerage projects completed under AMRUT 2.0. This slow implementation pace has raised serious conce...05 Aug, 2026, 06.32 AM IST
- In Detroit, residents began turning vacant lots into urban farms, and today the city says it has more than 2,200 gardens and farmsDetroit's urban farming movement began with residents planting on vacant lots. This grassroots effort gained momentum after the 2008 financ...04 Aug, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
- India's data centre boom may drive 195 mn sq ft housing demandIndia's proposed data centres will create nearly 4.33 lakh ecosystem jobs. This expansion is projected to generate substantial residential ...03 Aug, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
- Urban Company shares zoom 15% after Q1 results. Why Motilal Oswal raised target priceUrban Company reported a Rs 92 crore net loss in Q1 FY27 despite a 44% YoY rise in revenue to Rs 528 crore, mainly due to losses from its I...03 Aug, 2026, 09.34 AM IST
- Harsh Goenka shares Japan's concept of putting humans inside fridges to beat extreme summer heat, wants them on street corners across India: What is it?Japan has introduced personal cooling booths to combat extreme summer heat. These "human fridges" rapidly lower body temperature after prol...03 Aug, 2026, 08.12 AM IST
- It’s cool, calm, collecting: Why data centres won’t cripple consumer availability of water and powerGlobal tech giants are investing billions in Indian data centers for digital sovereignty. These facilities are essential for India's nation...30 Jul, 2026, 11.37 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
- Bees changed their behavior quietly as millions of Americans struggled with some of the hottest temperatures and record heat dome; this simple insect prepared for a storm humans did not see comingA powerful heat dome in July 2026 stressed honeybee colonies across America. Bees exhibit advanced environmental sensing, adjusting behavio...30 Jul, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
- In 2010, a study suggested the coolest solution to global warming might also be the simplest; a fresh coat of white paint could help cool the planet: How white roofs may reduce urban heat and support climate action?In 2010, a study suggested the coolest solution to global warming might also be the simplest; a fresh coat of white paint could help cool t...28 Jul, 2026, 01.45 AM 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
- US Heat Advisory Today (July 27): Heat warnings issued across multiple states as temperatures soar above 100°FA dangerous heat wave grips large parts of the United States with high heat index values. North Texas and the Chicago metropolitan area fac...27 Jul, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
- From 2007 to 2015, New York City planted one million trees across its five boroughs, a $400 million campaign to widen the shade canopy and cool streets baking under urban heatNew York City's MillionTreesNYC initiative planted one million trees between 2007 and 2015. This project aimed to cool neighborhoods and im...26 Jul, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
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