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Before turning your AC lower, try these 7 cooling tricks, including using a fanKeeping your air conditioner running efficiently involves simple maintenance tasks. Regularly cleaning or replacing your air filter ensures...- In the 1950s, a Soviet engineer proposed damming the Bering Strait and pumping the ocean to melt the Arctic, a deliberate plan to thaw the top of the world and warm SiberiaA Soviet engineer proposed damming the Bering Strait to warm the Arctic. This ambitious plan aimed to melt ice and change global weather pa...
- A $5 trillion idea to save energy is hiding in plain sightEnergy efficiency offers a simple, effective solution to rising global energy demands. This approach can create trillions in economic value...
- A simple layer of aluminum foil beneath a roof can cut summer heat entering homes by up to 53%, researchers foundAttic heat gain significantly impacts home cooling costs during summer months. A thin layer of reflective aluminum foil can reduce this hea...
- One roll of aluminum foil could help you stay more comfortable this winter —here's how it works on drafty windowsDrafty windows quietly let warm air escape all winter. Even small gaps can make rooms feel colder and push heating bills higher. A roll of ...
- LHS 3844b: Scientists find a bizarre 'tidally locked' planet that could host life, but it never has a day or nightA distant planet, LHS 3844b, shows one side perpetually scorched and the other frozen. Researchers suggest its internal geology could circu...
- Millions leave this thermostat setting on by mistake; HVAC experts say it could be raising your power billYour thermostat's "Fan" setting can significantly impact your electricity bill. Running it on "On" continuously uses unnecessary energy and...
- One for the history books: what we know about the European heatwaveEurope is grappling with a severe heatwave, potentially one of the worst ever recorded, even rivalling the 2003 episode. Temperatures shatt...
- Why is it recommended to put an A4 paper in the fridge during heatwaves?Millions are enduring a severe heatwave, and your refrigerator is working overtime. A simple paper test can reveal if your fridge's door se...
- Psychology says people who keep their AC or thermostat at a fixed temperature may crave control and predictabilityWhy do some people refuse to change their thermostat settings? Psychology suggests the habit may be linked to routine, cognitive efficiency...
- AC running all day at 18°C but your room still hot? 9 hacks to help you solve this summer heatwave problemAC hacks: When your air conditioner struggles to cool, don't just lower the thermostat. Dirty filters, blocked outdoor units, and poor insu...
- “AC bill too high even at 24°C?”: Expert reveals how to run air conditioner with up to 30% lower power consumptionEnergy auditor says AC electricity bills can be reduced by up to 30% through a combination of simple habits, low-cost upgrades, and regular...
- Penguin feathers inspired a "living skin" material that could slash energy bills in buildingsResearchers have developed a revolutionary thin film inspired by penguin feathers that passively switches between heating and cooling modes...
- With summer nearing, what's the best temperature to set your thermostat?Summer electricity bills can be a shock. Managing cooling costs is a key adulting task. Simple habits can make a big difference. Setting yo...
- ‘ACs keep running even when nobody is home’: American woman’s India-US comparison sparks debateAn American woman in India shared insights on cooling habits. She noted Indians use air conditioners sparingly, often cooling one room and ...
- ‘Indians turn ACs on only when needed’: US mom living in India explains biggest difference in cooling the room vs houseAn American woman living in India highlighted contrasting air conditioning habits. Indian homes typically use single-room ACs, switched on ...
- Your Thermostat Says It’s Warm, So Why Do You Still Feel Cold at Home?Homes today can feel cold even with a comfortable thermostat. This is because insulation traps heat unevenly. Low humidity also makes skin ...
- Why Your Home Feels Cold Even When the Thermostat Is HighMany homes feel cold even with the thermostat set high. This is often due to heat escaping through poorly insulated walls, ceilings, and fl...
- Turn your thermostat to this exact number in December to slash bills by nearly $100With winter heating prices increasing toward almost $1,000 for several households, energy experts are recommending smarter thermostat use t...
- Go low on thermostatTurn down the thermostat. Lowering it by just one degree can reduce heating energy costs by four per cent.
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