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Berkeley Lab built a roof coating of vanadium dioxide that flips at 67°C; across 15 US climate zones, it outperformed existing coatings in 12 and cut household electricity by 10%- India’s data centre capacity hits new high as AI powers a 4x boom
- India's data centre footprint to touch over 101 million sq ft by 2030
- 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
- Before the first server hums: India needs an impact test for the AI ageBefore advancing with AI infrastructure in India, it is crucial to conduct thorough impact assessments. Large data centres have high demand...25 Aug, 2026, 12.04 PM IST
- IIT Delhi engineer develops fridge that runs without truck engine, cuts cooling costs by 75%A post on X has highlighted Yotuh Energy, a company co-founded by IIT Delhi biotechnology graduate Shaivee Malik, which has developed a bat...23 Aug, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
- A Manhattan office building began freezing water at night; the stored ice now helps cool it during peak summer demandIn the heart of Manhattan, Eleven Madison Avenue has adopted an innovative cooling method utilizing an ice battery. This system freezes wat...23 Aug, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
- From sugar exports to imports: What’s behind India’s policy U-turn?The policy shift raises questions over whether 2025-26 production and stock estimates were too optimistic.22 Aug, 2026, 07.22 AM 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
- As Luckin expands globally, can China’s coffee brand succeed where its soft power has struggled?China’s coffee boom is helping Luckin overtake Starbucks, with its low prices, app-based convenience and local flavours driving rapid growt...20 Aug, 2026, 11.15 PM IST
- 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...19 Aug, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
- In 2024, scientists tested a zigzag-shaped wall prototype; it was up to 3.1°C cooler than a conventional radiative-cooling wall in outdoor testsEngineers have created a groundbreaking zigzag wall that cools itself through a unique design. This structure lowers its temperature by dir...19 Aug, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
- In 2023, scientists built a rooftop tile that opens its cooling vents when hot and closes them when cold, using no electricity and cutting cooling costs 3.1-foldInnovative engineers have created high-tech roof tiles that adjust themselves to optimize building temperatures automatically. By utilizing...19 Aug, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
- A cement-based paint that "sweats" water kept a model house more than 4.5°C cooler than conventional white paintInnovative researchers have unveiled a remarkable paint designed to keep buildings cooler by absorbing moisture. This advanced formula not ...18 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- A fridge in the wrong part of your home may quietly consume more electricity; researchers explain whyRefrigerator placement significantly impacts household electricity bills. Room temperature around the appliance is the primary driver of en...18 Aug, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- When the cloud gets thirsty: Should India make AI pay back its water debt?India's AI sector is poised to face a substantial challenge due to its increasing water demands for infrastructure, particularly as data ce...17 Aug, 2026, 12.09 AM IST
- US wholesale inflation slows as gas prices, food costs fall in JulyWholesale inflation saw a notable decrease last month, easing price pressures. Gas prices reversed some earlier increases, contributing to ...13 Aug, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
- India's power demand seen rising 6.5-7.5% this fiscal as hotter, drier weather boosts cooling needs: CrisilIndia's power demand is estimated to rise 6.5-7.5 per cent year-on-year this fiscal to 1,825-1,835 billion units (BU), driven mainly by hig...11 Aug, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
- 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 wavesRooftop rainwater harvesting: Tokyo's rooftops may offer a new strategy for extreme heat management. Rainwater harvesting and roof sprinkli...10 Aug, 2026, 11.46 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
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