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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...
In 2015, AP+I Design helped transform a 1,328.5-square-meter dark office into a bright workspace. 11 years later, it remains Mountain View's first commercial zero-energy buildingIn 2015, AP+I Design gave a dark 1,328.5-square-meter office in Mountain View a completely new life. The designers brought in light, openne...
Energy efficiency: India's next strategic power resourceAs India's energy needs escalate due to growth and climate challenges, the focus on efficiency emerges as a key strategy for sustainable ab...
In 1882, an American engineer at the age of 22 invented a device which had a two-bladed propeller placed onto the rotating shaft of a DC electric motor: The story of the first electric fanIn 1882, an American engineer at the age of 22 invented a device which had a two-bladed propeller placed onto the rotating shaft of a DC el...
ET Prime Special Series: Multibagger or IBC - Part 74: This auto ancillary has monopoly over a part which EVs can't killFor many old auto suppliers, EVs raise an existential question: Will their product still be required? Here, the debate is different. The ba...
ET Product of the Year Awards 2026: Where consumer products meet real-world relevanceThe Economic Times Product of the Year Awards 2026 are evolving their focus from mere launch promises to tangible post-market success. This...
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...
Appliance maker Atomberg Technologies files for IPOAtomberg Technologies has taken a significant step by filing for an initial public offering. This IPO aims to generate capital through a ne...
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...
A colder fridge setting is not always better; adjusting it by 1°C could reduce energy use by 8 to 11%Lowering your refrigerator’s thermostat beyond what’s required can lead to excessive energy usage. Surprisingly, the ambient room temperatu...
This simple aluminum foil and steam freezer trick can loosen stubborn ice in a few minutes, making it easier to scrape away without a knifeExcess frost in your freezer drastically affects its efficiency and leads to frequent need for defrosting. One effective technique is to us...
The AI pilot scaling playbook: Enterprise-first AI, connected systems, and shared ownershipA Bosch roundtable offered a reckoning with how organisations learn, how they change, and how they decide whether innovation is a performan...
Jindal Stainless investing Rs 900 crore to increase cold rolling capacity to 2.67 MT by FY28: MDJindal Stainless plans a Rs 900 crore investment to expand its cold rolling capacity. This expansion will support rising demand from key in...
LG Electronics shares jump 5% after robust Q1 earnings. What are Jefferies, other brokerages saying?In the first quarter of FY27, LG Electronics India showcased impressive profit growth alongside significant operational revenue increases f...
LG Electronics India Q1 Results: PAT rises 27% YoY to Rs 653 crore; revenue up 15%LG Electronics India Q1 Results: Household appliances maker LG Electronics India reported a 27.2 % year-on-year rise in profit after tax (P...
In 2023, U.S. scientists created “cooling glass” that reflects 99% of solar energy and radiates building heat toward spaceA team of engineers at the University of Maryland has unveiled a revolutionary rooftop glass coating that offers remarkable cooling propert...
Not with a knife or boiling water: A safer way to remove freezer ice faster, according to appliance guidesIce buildup in freezers reduces cooling efficiency and increases electricity costs. Chipping ice with knives or using boiling water can dam...
Atomberg engineering arm eyes funding ahead of parent’s Rs 2,000-crore IPOAtomberg Technologies' engineering arm is raising funds while the parent company plans an initial public offering. This move follows delibe...
Most people ignore the two holes in clothespins; using them separately may prevent marks and wrinklesThe clothespin, though simple, carries a rich history and timeless relevance. Created in the 1840s, its clever design brings practicality t...
In 2006, a record-breaking heatwave pushed New England's power grid to its limit. A decision made years later is now saving people up to $149 million during extreme summer heatNew England's electricity grid faced challenges during a 2006 heatwave and investments in rooftop solar panels began around 2008 to 2010. T...