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'Not all 'hijabs' are unacceptable to BJP': Pawan Khera slams Centre over covering slums for BRICS Summit- 17-year-old British carpentry apprentice began building a small 12.5-sq-m trailer home from reclaimed materials; within three years, he owned it debt-free after spending just £6,000
- In 2008, Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea paid $3.85 million for a 1915 Los Angeles house and renovated it with rooftop solar; Jack Black later bought it for $5.965 million
- In 2000, Pierce Brosnan bought two Malibu lots and demolished the existing house; about a decade later, his 13,000-sq-ft “Orchid House” had solar panels and its own water-recycling plantPierce Brosnan's stunning Malibu estate, known as Orchid House, is a model of eco-conscious design, featuring impressive systems for water ...12 Sep, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
- In Sydney, UTS researchers tested a biosolar green roof that cut panel temperatures by up to 9.63°C and increased maximum solar output by up to 107%, depending on the monthA biosolar roof system serves to cool solar panels, thereby boosting their electricity generation potential. By nurturing vegetation below ...12 Sep, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
- In 2005, Fight Club star Edward Norton put solar panels on his Los Angeles home; each participating celebrity triggered another free solar system for a low-income familyActor Edward Norton launched an inspiring initiative aimed at providing free solar systems to families with limited financial resources. Co...12 Sep, 2026, 01.50 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...11 Sep, 2026, 10.40 PM IST
- A newly discovered solar phenomenon could help scientists predict the Sun’s next powerful outburst and solar flareNew solar telescope observations reveal swirling plasma movements on the Sun's surface. This phenomenon, known as Kelvin-Helmholtz instabil...11 Sep, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
- In 2016, Gwyneth Paltrow bought 2.4 acres in Montecito for $4.9 million and rebuilt from scratch; 6 years later, her 14,000-square-foot solar-powered home used graywater systemGwyneth Paltrow built a large estate in Montecito during a severe California drought. Her new home incorporated solar panels and a graywate...11 Sep, 2026, 03.49 PM IST
- Cambridge researchers made cellulose acetate films that absorbed less than 5% of sunlight; coated surfaces stayed about 5°C below the surrounding air without powerInnovative researchers have created a revolutionary cellulose acetate film that excels in passive cooling. By absorbing minimal sunlight wh...11 Sep, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
- Global cleantech investment fell in first half on slowing China momentumGlobal investment in clean technologies fell 17% to $770 billion in the first half of 2026, as a slowdown in China outweighed growth in som...10 Sep, 2026, 06.16 PM IST
- Mark Ruffalo was playing the Hulk while fighting another battle in New York. His farm became part of his clean-energy campaignActor Mark Ruffalo transformed into a passionate environmentalist after observing the destructive effects of fracking close to his home. Hi...10 Sep, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
- Northern Lights: Visual treat likely for 20 US states tonight; here's how to get the best viewThe northern lights, or aurora borealis, that recently illuminated skies over North Dakota, Canada and Iceland followed geomagnetic storms ...10 Sep, 2026, 12.04 PM IST
- Next phase of PM-KUSUM may be OKed soon: Pralhad JoshiThe upcoming PM KUSUM phase will feature a dedicated agrivoltaics component for farmers. This initiative will allow farmers to earn income ...10 Sep, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
- Tata Power Solaroof crosses 5 lakh rooftop solar installationsTata Power Solaroof has successfully reached a remarkable milestone of over five lakh rooftop solar installations across India. With more t...08 Sep, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
- By 2024, over 550,000 Germans had hung solar panels from their balcony railings and plugged them into wall sockets, turning apartments into mini power plants; within a year, installations surged to 1 million as the simple, roughly €500 technology spread among rentersGermany's innovative balcony solar systems provide a hassle-free solution for renters looking to harness solar energy. Designed for easy se...08 Sep, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
- Science says comets develop tails only near the Sun: Here’s what really makes them ‘come alive’A comet’s nucleus is made up primarily of frozen material mixed with dust and rocky particles. When the comet is far from the Sun, extremel...07 Sep, 2026, 08.40 PM IST
- Since 2016, San Antonio has replaced dark roofs on low-income homes with reflective shingles; the program was linked to lower attic temperatures and electricity useSan Antonio has launched an innovative project to replace traditional dark roofs with energy-efficient reflective roofing. This initiative ...06 Sep, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
- In 1996, Florida researchers whitened 7 shops in a Cocoa strip mall; roof surfaces fell by as much as 70°F, cooling energy dropped 25.3%, and peak demand dropped 40.3%In an innovative Florida trial, it was found that white roofs significantly decreased heat levels and energy usage. Traditionally, unpainte...06 Sep, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
- In 1991, EPFL scientists Brian O’Regan and Michael Grätzel developed solar cells inspired by plant photosynthesis. 34 years later, the technology had reached 12% efficiencyIn 1991, EPFL scientists Brian O’Regan and Michael Grätzel developed a solar cell inspired by plant photosynthesis. Their dye-sensitized so...04 Sep, 2026, 07.25 PM IST
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