In 2022, moving solar panels shielded French apple trees from extreme sun, cutting sunburned fruit from 13% to 2%A study by French scientists indicates that the use of solar panels can drastically lessen sunburn injuries on apples, reducing the damage ...
In a 2023 Brazilian study, sheep under photovoltaic panels experienced 30% less radiant heat and up to 8°C lower wool-surface temperaturesA recent study shows sheep benefit from solar panel shade during hot weather. These animals experience significantly less radiant heat expo...
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...
A reflective roof coating reduced peak roof temperature by 14.1°C and indoor temperature by 2.4°C; later research found evaporative cooling could add further benefitsInnovative roofing technologies are changing the game for building temperature regulation. By utilizing white reflective coatings, sunlight...
Extreme Heat Warning: Texas, Florida, other Southern states in US brace for triple-digit temperaturesScorching temperatures and oppressive humidity grip the southern United States. Heat indices are exceeding 105 degrees Fahrenheit in severa...
Bond markets from US to Japan whacked as inflation and fiscal worries take holdGlobal borrowing costs are hitting multi-decade highs again as inflation fears rise. The United States has seen its 30-year Treasury yields...
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...
How ‘Super El Niño’ adds fuel to the climate fireThis year's El Niño is expected to be the worst in seventy-six years. It combines with global warming to create extreme weather events worl...
Charting the Global Economy: US CPI softens, UK economy expandsUS inflation showed little acceleration in July, reinforcing the Federal Reserve's pause on rate hikes. European economies continued to sho...
US heat wave could feel like 115°F as millions brace for dangerous daysA dangerous heat wave is affecting millions across the United States. Oppressive conditions are expected to continue into next week, with h...
Britain and France swelter again as western Europe is hit by another heat waveBritain recorded its hottest day of the year with temperatures reaching 38.1 degrees Celsius. Western Europe is experiencing its fifth heat...
UK and France prepare for another heat wave as western Europe sets new temperature recordEurope is experiencing its fifth heat wave this season with temperatures nearing forty degrees Celsius. The United Kingdom and France are p...
This summer isn't breaking heat records - yet. Wait until El Nino kicks in, scientists sayWith a formidable El Nino set to escalate global temperatures, the weather patterns we rely on are likely to be severely altered. Experts w...
Europe swelters as heat wave grips continent, Italy issues nationwide red alertItaly issued its highest heat alert across major cities as Europe faced extreme weather. Record temperatures were recorded in Austria, whil...
From higher power bills to canceled trips: How extreme heat is reshaping daily life in the USAmericans report extreme heat significantly impacts daily life and finances. Electricity bills are rising, affecting nearly all households ...
South Korea records its highest-ever temperature of 42.5CThe southeastern city of Yangsan saw the temperature reach 42.5C at 1:26 pm (0426 GMT), the Korea Meteorological Administration said on its...
Heat wave brings record-breaking temps, heightened wildfire risk to parts of Western USA significant heat wave is currently affecting large areas of the Western United States. Temperatures are nearing record highs, increasing ...