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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- 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 2007, Oak Ridge built a roof with phase-change material between foil layers; attic temperatures fell about 22°F, with utility savings estimated at 8%Developed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory, innovative attic technology utilizing phase change materials has proven to lower attic temperat...04 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- In 2019, Buffalo scientists coated aluminum film with a cooling polymer; a small prototype cooled an enclosed box by 11°F by day and 20°F at nightScientists have engineered a cost-effective film utilizing aluminum foil combined with a polymer layer. This innovative film actively cools...30 Aug, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- Long before air conditioners, Americans used ‘white gold’ and other clever methods to keep themselves coolIn a time before air conditioning, Americans became innovative in their quest to stay cool. Architectural elements like high ceilings and s...21 Aug, 2026, 07.54 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
- 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
- Purdue University created paint so white that a coated surface stayed 8°F below the surrounding air at noonPurdue University researchers developed an ultra-white paint reflecting nearly all sunlight. This innovative paint keeps surfaces cooler th...05 Aug, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
- Daikin AC: World’s No. 1 air-conditioner maker to expand capacity in IndiaDaikin Industries Ltd., the world's largest air conditioner manufacturer, plans to expand in India due to increasing demand. The company ai...03 Sep, 2024, 09.30 AM IST
- AC makers expect double-digit growth amid looming price hikesThe industry has gone for a price hike last quarter to mitigate the impact of soaring prices of components, metals especially copper and al...03 Apr, 2022, 02.02 PM IST
- Carrier Midea to produce its entire range in India; to hold on to pricesCarrier Midea India is going to manufacture its entire range of residential air-conditioners in its facility in Haryana this year.22 Feb, 2016, 07.38 PM IST
- Blue Star to invest more on R&D; eyes 25 per cent rise in room AC businessHe further said that the company is expecting a robust growth in the current fiscal, helped by an aggressive marketing strategy and its wid...10 Apr, 2015, 07.53 PM IST
- Daikin India eyes 25% growth in turnover this fiscalDaikin Airconditioning India is looking at a 25 per cent growth in its business in the current financial year.14 May, 2014, 05.18 PM IST
- Blue Star announces new range of room air-conditionersAC maker Blue Star today announced the launch of a new range of room air-conditioners for the residential segment.11 Dec, 2013, 07.33 PM IST
- Daikin eyes 75% of its sales from residential market this fiscalDaikin Air-conditioning India expects nearly 75% of its revenues coming in from the residential segment this fiscal compared to 60 per cent...23 Jun, 2013, 12.37 PM IST
- Market for window ACs to decline in next 3 yearsOn the inverter air-conditioners segment, which the company entered few years back, he said the company has witnessed some growth in its sa...21 Jan, 2013, 04.58 PM IST
- Tata Group company Voltas set to sign a JV with ArcelikVoltas, the country's leading residential air-conditioner maker, plans to launch its own refrigerators, washing machines and microwave oven...19 Oct, 2012, 06.15 AM IST
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