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Washington upgraded 7,474 low-income homes with insulation and repairs that stopped heat from escaping; households saved about $189 a year- In 2017, Iowa upgraded 1,200 low-income homes; 80% got attic insulation, 64% got new heating equipment, and families saved $290 a year
- In New Mexico, 10,388 homes received free weatherization upgrades; the program reports 27% lower energy use and $210-$250 in annual utility savings
- The Iran war is driving clean energy development. It's not enough to help the planet, yetGlobal clean energy adoption is increasing due to the war against Iran. However, this shift is not yet sufficient to combat climate change ...17 Sep, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
- EnergyFIT Philly upgraded 70+ low-income homes with white heat-reflecting roofs and other repairs; the case study reported household energy savings of $500-$3,500 a yearThe EnergyFIT program in Philadelphia has transformed over seventy low-income residences, providing homeowners with savings of up to three ...16 Sep, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
- Philadelphia installed white roofs on about 340 low-income seniors’ homes from 2001–2003; ceiling temperatures fell 4–5°F, and air-conditioning electricity use fell by 560 kWh per yearIn Philadelphia, the initiative to paint roofs white resulted in a remarkable decrease in home temperatures and energy consumption. This co...16 Sep, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
- Austin weatherized 625 homes for low-income customers in 2021; Austin Energy estimated 687.5 MWh of annual savings after insulation, sealing and AC workAustin Energy's weatherization initiative has made a notable impact on energy efficiency within low-income households. By providing no-cost...13 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- In 2008, Leonardo DiCaprio bought into a Manhattan building with solar power and filtered air; 6 years later, he bought the neighboring apartment for $8 millionActor Leonardo DiCaprio has made a notable investment in sustainable living by purchasing apartments in the eco-friendly Riverhouse buildin...12 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- A Fresno home replaced dark asphalt shingles with reflective concrete roof tiles; a Lawrence Berkeley study reported 26% lower annual cooling energy use and 37% lower peak-hour demandA recent study in Fresno demonstrated that reflective roofs could lower cooling energy consumption by an impressive twenty-six percent. Hom...08 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- Samsung India pays the price of costlier chips with a round of layoffsSamsung India is cutting its workforce in batches. This action stems from pressure on smartphone sales and profit margins. Memory chip pric...08 Sep, 2026, 08.36 AM IST
- In 1991, researchers coated a Merritt Island home’s green-gray shingle roof with reflective material; the shingles reached about 110°F after treatmentDark roofs tend to soak up heat from the sun, resulting in higher air conditioning demands and costs. Utilizing reflective roofing material...07 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- In 2001, researchers tested a white roof on a large Austin retail store; the study reported lower roof temperatures and an 11% reduction in cooling energy useA 2001 study in Austin demonstrated that white roofs lowered building temperatures significantly. This change reduced air conditioning ener...05 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- Which stocks should you buy ahead of the festive season? Here are Kotak Securities’ top 10 picksIndia’s festive season is expected to drive a strong consumption boost, with analysts identifying sectors and stocks that could benefit. Th...04 Sep, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
- US Treasury yields are rising — Why does it matter?Rising U.S. government bond yields are driving up borrowing costs across the board, directly affecting households, businesses, and governme...01 Sep, 2026, 09.23 PM IST
- Britain’s Universities bet on foreign students. Now they’re turning elsewhereUK universities are merging to create larger institutions and achieve economies of scale. Declining international student income and tighte...30 Aug, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- A 1960s house in South London is staying 10C cooler than outside without air conditioning during extreme heat. It acts like an insulated flask maintaining a cooler temperature indoors by keeping heat outsideA 1960s ex-council house in south London stayed 10C cooler than outside during a 35C day without air conditioning. Architect Marion Baeli s...22 Aug, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
- 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...19 Aug, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Jamie Dimon: “And if you’re going to be a leader, you know what I ask myself? Would I want to work for...” — Inspiring life lessons on leadership, trust, accountability, character, decision-making, and why the best leaders earn confidence before they demand it by the legendary American banker and CEO of JPMorgan ChaseToday's Quote of the Day by Jamie Dimon: Jamie Dimon's quote about leadership deconstructs managerial capability into four distinct human d...04 Aug, 2026, 06.34 AM IST
- In 1927, a woman's little-known brick invention quietly became a foundation of modern constructionAnna Keichline, the first licensed woman architect in Pennsylvania, changed American architecture with ideas that were far ahead of her tim...03 Aug, 2026, 08.01 PM IST
- Investing and thinking beyond Trump, Iran and oil prices: 5 large-caps from different sectors with upside potential of up to 21%West Asia is once again dictating the mood on Dalal Street. Brent crude has crossed $93 a barrel, Indian equities are under pressure, and t...30 Jul, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
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