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Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Designed Comfort, Purchased Comfort: Passive Design and Air Conditioning in Hong Kong

Widespread reliance on air conditioning has significantly altered architectural design incentives, particularly in Hong Kong.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Commonwealth Fusion Systems leans on magnets for near-term revenue | TechCrunch

It's the largest deal of this kind to date for CFS, according to COO Rick Needham. The collaboration with Realta Fusion emphasizes the importance of high-temperature superconducting magnets in advancing fusion technology.
OMG science
#ai-infrastructure
fromFortune
3 days ago
Environment

Data centers are so hot, their 'heat island' effect is raising temperatures up to 6 miles away and impacting 343 million people worldwide, study finds | Fortune

AI infrastructure is creating a 'data heat island effect' that raises local temperatures and impacts millions of people.
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Your datacenter's power architecture called. It's not happy

Accelerated computing demands exceed legacy datacenter power architectures, forcing migration from 48V to high-voltage DC systems to handle extreme power densities and current requirements.
Environment
fromFortune
3 days ago

Data centers are so hot, their 'heat island' effect is raising temperatures up to 6 miles away and impacting 343 million people worldwide, study finds | Fortune

AI infrastructure is creating a 'data heat island effect' that raises local temperatures and impacts millions of people.
European startups
fromTechzine Global
6 days ago

Vertiv acquires ThermoKey to boost AI data center cooling

Vertiv is acquiring ThermoKey to enhance its thermal management solutions, focusing on heat exchange technologies for data centers and AI applications.
Environment
fromTheregister
4 days ago

AI datacenters create heat islands around them, paper finds

Datacenters significantly raise surrounding temperatures, impacting communities up to 10 km away, with average increases between 1.5°C and 2.4°C.
#data-centers
fromFuturism
4 days ago
OMG science

Data Centers Causing Huge Temperature Spikes for Miles Around Them, Study Suggests

OMG science
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Data Centers Causing Huge Temperature Spikes for Miles Around Them, Study Suggests

Data centers are creating heat islands, raising land temperatures by up to 16 degrees Fahrenheit and affecting over 340 million people.
Environment
fromFortune
1 week ago

Data centers aren't breaking the grid. A broken grid is | Fortune

A new Senate bill misidentifies data centers as the problem, while the real issue lies in an outdated and underbuilt electrical grid.
Environment
fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

AI Data Centers Face Water Backlash - Can Air Solve the Crisis?

Data centers face community pushback over water consumption, prompting solutions like atmospheric water harvesting to provide sustainable water sources.
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

A New Generation of Big Water Filters-Without the Plastic

Most water filter pitchers are made of BPA-free plastic. But as new research shows that bottled-water drinkers ingest tens of thousands of excess microplastic particles, wellness lovers have begun to look askance at water filters that are themselves made of plastic.
Beer
Fashion & style
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How diamond nanoparticles could be the trick for clothes that keep you cool in extreme heat

Nanodiamond-coated fabric releases body heat effectively, lowering skin temperature by 4-5°F and reducing air-conditioning energy consumption.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

White hydrogen: The hidden gas that could transform energy

Natural white hydrogen found underground in Bavaria could become a major renewable energy source, offering an alternative to manufactured hydrogen that currently relies on fossil fuels.
#fluid-mechanics
OMG science
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Using every drop: Physics answers a crucial kitchen question

Researchers calculated the optimal waiting time for liquids to drain from containers, focusing on everyday substances like milk and olive oil.
OMG science
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Down to the last drop: Physics answers a kitchen question

Researchers calculated the optimal waiting time for liquids to drain from containers using fluid mechanics principles.
OMG science
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Using every drop: Physics answers a crucial kitchen question

Researchers calculated the optimal waiting time for liquids to drain from containers, focusing on everyday substances like milk and olive oil.
OMG science
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Down to the last drop: Physics answers a kitchen question

Researchers calculated the optimal waiting time for liquids to drain from containers using fluid mechanics principles.
Online marketing
fromSocial Media Explorer
3 weeks ago

Precision Circuit Board Flux Removal with Dry Ice - Social Media Explorer

Dry ice blasting uses solid CO₂ pellets accelerated by compressed air to clean delicate electronics without introducing moisture, static risks, or physical damage to sensitive components.
#building-integrated-photovoltaics
Wearables
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Shark's ChillPill fan can cool your skin like an ice pack

SharkNinja's ChillPill is a multi-function personal cooling device combining air circulation, water misting, and a metal cooling plate for immediate temperature relief.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Heat pumps for all new homes and plug-in solar in green tech drive

The Iran war has once again shown our drive for clean power is essential for our energy security so we can escape the grip of fossil fuel markets we don't control.
Environment
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

How to maintain efficient heat recovery ventilation in modern commercial spaces - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Checking your equipment once a month helps catch small issues before they turn into expensive repairs. A routine keeps everything running smoothly and extends the life of the hardware. Managers should create a simple checklist for their maintenance staff to follow.
Business
#energy-efficiency
fromEarth911
1 month ago
Remodel

Guest Idea: Map Appliance Power to Identify and Tame Your Home's Top Electricity Consumers

Remodel
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Guest Idea: Map Appliance Power to Identify and Tame Your Home's Top Electricity Consumers

Appliance power mapping identifies individual device energy consumption, revealing phantom loads and inefficiencies that waste up to $183 annually per household through targeted, low-cost solutions.
Environment
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

A bit of good news: It's possible to turn around a groundwater crisis

Groundwater recovery can mitigate subsidence but may also lead to flooding, structural issues, and chemical problems in various regions.
DevOps
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

High-Temperature Superconductors Could Redefine Data Center Power Density

High-temperature superconductors can reduce electricity transmission losses and improve grid efficiency to support growing AI data center power demands.
Miscellaneous
fromDesign Milk
1 month ago

This Compact Space Heater Pays its Users

Heatbit redirects heat from bitcoin mining into home heating while paying users and purifying air, addressing technology's hidden environmental impact.
fromSustainable Bus
4 weeks ago

Konvekta to present CO-based thermal management systems for electric buses at mobility move 2026 - Sustainable Bus

Heating, cooling, and battery temperature control are among the biggest energy consumers in electric buses today - and thus have a direct impact on range, availability, and operating costs.
Alternative transportation
Design
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

A Swiss Designer Just Replaced Your HVAC System With a 500-Year-Old Pot - Yanko Design

Ancient terracotta-based heating and cooling systems offer a unified, energy-efficient alternative to modern split infrastructure by leveraging centuries-old physics of thermal absorption and evaporative cooling.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

An answer to America's drought may be hiding in the toilet

The United States faces severe water shortages exacerbated by climate change, leading to increased interest in wastewater recycling as a solution.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

This Laptop Cooling Pad Knocked 20 Degrees Off My Laptop's CPU Temperature

Laptop cooling pads have been around for decades, and the idea has always been simple: provide extra air to blow through a laptop that's otherwise restricted by its own cooling system. In theory, more air means lower temperatures-and, ultimately, better performance. This is the whole idea of the power modes that exist in Windows, which ramp up the RPMs (rotations per minute) of the fans to add more air to both improve performance.
Gadgets
Online marketing
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

Why Chemical Balance is the Key to Crystal Clear Water - Social Media Explorer

Proper pool maintenance requires chemical balance of pH, alkalinity, and sanitizer levels to prevent bacteria and algae growth while protecting equipment.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

An answer to US drought conditions may be in the toilet

The United States faces severe water shortages exacerbated by climate change, leading to increased interest in wastewater recycling as a solution.
#water-conservation
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
34 years ago

Best Ways to Keep Outside Air Conditioning Unit Cool

Shading outdoor air-conditioner compressor units improves efficiency and cooling output by keeping surrounding air cooler, allowing condenser coils to dissipate heat more effectively.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

A Water Heater That Doubles as a Data Center - and Cuts Your Energy Bill - Yanko Design

Superheat H1 replaces traditional heating elements with processors that simultaneously compute and heat water, using a single electricity input twice to reduce hot water energy consumption by up to 80 percent.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Thermal Memory: How Climate Shapes Architectural Heritage

Heritage is usually catalogued by what can be drawn, not by what changed temperature. In heat, buildings are learned first through skin, only later through sight. Generations learn, through their bodies, what works. Shade reduces glare and radiant heat. Air movement shifts perception by several degrees. Thick walls slow temperature swings.
Miscellaneous
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

AI Is Driving the Water Crisis-And Powering the Solution

AI-driven water intelligence using sensors and predictive analytics enables companies to reduce freshwater intake by 18% and increase reuse rates to 90%, transforming water from an unmeasured utility into a competitive advantage.
Environment
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Making wastewater drinkable is a growing trend as water resources become more strained

Treated wastewater recycling for drinking water is becoming a viable solution in water-scarce regions, with Florida, Arizona, California, and Colorado now allowing direct potable reuse through regulated pilot programs.
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago

Cling selects Garrett oil-free centrifugal compressor for next-generation electric bus and truck HVAC systems in China - Sustainable Bus

According to the company, the compressor integrates an ultra-high-speed electric motor exceeding 160,000 rpm combined with an oil-free foil bearing system. The architecture is designed to deliver reduced package size, lower weight and lower noise levels compared with conventional scroll compressors. Garrett states that the system is up to 50% smaller, 30% lighter and 10 dB quieter than traditional scroll-based solutions. The compressor is engineered for compatibility with 400V to 800V heat pump systems and supports low-pressure, low-GWP refrigerants.
Cars
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

OnePlus 15T to get an ultra-thin magnetic cooling accessory, claims tipster

The latest leak, courtesy of tipster Digital Chat Station, suggests the OnePlus 15T will support magnetic wireless charging. The tipster claims the device will also be compatible with Apple's magnetic charging ecosystem.
Gadgets
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

China is reportedly testing a new airborne wind turbine

Researchers in China have reportedly tested a new, gravity-defying wind turbine system that they say could generate power from the airspace above cities. The turbine is called the S2000 Stratosphere Airborne Wind Energy System, or SAWES. Held up by what is essentially a helium blimp, the machine reportedly generated 385 kilowatts of electricity from 2,000 meters (more than 6,500 feet) above the city of Yibin in China's province of Sichuan, according to a recent Euronews report.
Science
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

How Quilt solved the heat pump's biggest challenge | TechCrunch

Quilt's three-zone heat pump uses sensor-rich, data-driven control to maintain efficiency under demanding conditions while simplifying multi-zone installations and enabling over-the-air performance upgrades.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Microsoft touts immature HTS tech for datacenter efficiency

High-temperature superconducting (HTS) power delivery can reduce datacenter power losses, increase electrical density, and save space compared with copper or aluminum wiring.
#heat-pump-technology
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

How heat pumps work in cold weather

Heat pumps function effectively in extreme cold temperatures, with air-source models operating reliably down to minus 25°C and ground-source systems providing even greater efficiency by accessing stable underground heat sources.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Do heat pumps work in cold weather?

Heat pumps function effectively in extreme cold temperatures, with refrigerants operating below minus 40°C and air-source models working reliably at minus 25°C, making them viable alternatives to fossil fuel heating systems even in harsh climates.
#bitcoin-mining
#heat-pumps
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Real estate

Exclusive: Gradient's heat pumps get new smarts to enable old building retrofits | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Real estate

Exclusive: Gradient's heat pumps get new smarts to enable old building retrofits | TechCrunch

Marketing
fromForbes
2 months ago

How HVAC Contractors Can Turn Service Data Into Marketing ROI

Using existing service data from current and past customers improves lead quality and marketing ROI more effectively than increasing ad spend.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Ex-Dyson engineers plot electric boiler to rival heat pumps - but admit high energy costs remain a hurdle

A pair of former Dyson engineers have raised millions of pounds to bring a battery-powered electric boiler to market, positioning it as a lower-cost, lower-disruption alternative to heat pumps for millions of UK homes. Wiltshire-based Luthmore was founded in 2022 by Craig Wilkinson and Martin Gutkowski, both ex-Dyson engineers who previously worked together on projects including the vacuum maker's abandoned electric car programme.
UK news
E-Commerce
fromArchitectural Digest
1 year ago

These Space Heaters Will Arrive Before the Imminent Winter Freeze

Amazon sells a wide range of space heaters—portable, infrared, and oil-filled—featuring eco modes, digital displays, remote controls, oscillation, and safety protections.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Safety Guidelines for Handling Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers

These freezers operate under extreme thermal and electrical conditions. Exposure to subzero environments, high-powered compressors, and sensitive control systems creates risks that demand structured procedures. Facilities that rely on equipment like a freezer -40C, must apply disciplined handling standards to protect both staff and stored materials.
Public health
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago

future farm: a vertical farming system frames architecture as hydro-ecological infrastructure

Future Farm is a modular vertical farming system designed by Qing Duan for integration within urban architecture, proposing a model where buildings function as hydro-ecological systems. Rainwater is collected, filtered, and redistributed to support plant growth and domestic needs, establishing a closed-loop water cycle that combines sustainable agriculture with everyday city life. The project incorporates public greenhouse spaces, shared kitchens, rooftop farms, and educational zones to enable collective care, learning, and interaction with urban farming processes.
Agriculture
Snowboarding
fromUnofficial Networks
1 month ago

Wax Smarter, Not Harder: Why Mountain Flow's Infrared (IR) Waxer is a Game-Changer

Mountain Flow Infrared Waxer uses IR heat to apply wax faster and cleaner, eliminating scraping and reducing setup so users spend more time skiing.
#liquid-cooling
Cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Best Way To Heat Water For Drinking (Yes, There's A Right Way) - Tasting Table

A kettle heats small amounts of water more evenly and efficiently than a microwave or open pot, making it ideal for tea and coffee.
Renovation
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why Proper Ventilation Matters More Than Stove Placement In Modern Kitchens - Tasting Table

Proper stove ventilation is essential for safety, prevents buildup of smoke and harmful pollutants, and requires planning for ducting or recirculating options.
UX design
fromCarlbarenbrug
2 months ago

Friction by Design

Intentional friction preserves user awareness and reflection, trading pure speed for more considered decisions and preventing autopilot interactions.
Science
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Inside the sub-zero lair of the world's most powerful computer

Quantum computing hardware, exemplified by Google's Willow, could determine economic, financial, and national-security dominance in the 21st century.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

3 Stocks Are Betting on Data Center Cooling. Here's Who's Best Positioned.

AI-driven server density and powerful GPUs create severe cooling needs, positioning data-center cooling suppliers, especially Modine, to benefit from hyperscaler infrastructure investments.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

How to Use Physics to Escape an Ice Bowl

I don't know who invented this crazy challenge, but the idea is to put someone in a carved-out ice bowl and see if they can get out. Check it out! The bowl is shaped like the inside of a sphere, so the higher up the sides you go, the steeper it gets. If you think an icy sidewalk is slippery, try going uphill on an icy sidewalk. What do you do when faced with a problem like this? You build a physics model, of course.
Science
Remodel
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago

corrugated metal interiors reinvent vegetable storage fridge into industrial hospitality space

A former vegetable storage fridge was adapted into a contemporary hospitality space that preserves industrial character through restrained materials and minimal structural interventions.
fromBig Think
2 months ago

How "tribology" became a new industrial science

the automation of heavy machinery enabled plants to operate continuously, increasing productivity and revenue. The downside was that any small hiccup was acutely felt, cascading through the production line. At first, it was assumed that inadequate lubrication of factory equipment was causing parts to seize up or break apart. And so, the Lubrication and Wear Group of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, along with the Iron
Science
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Are 'advanced electromagnetic' de-icing devices for your car legit? I took one apart to find out

Sometimes I'm rather impressed by the ingenuity of those in the business of making scammy gadgets. Over the years, I've examined a wide range of products, from scam devices that claim to save you money on your power bill to a high-power USB charger filled with an unusual goo-like substance. Also: Want to cut your electric bill? Skip these scam 'power-saving' devices - and buy this instead
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

This Anti-Gravity Humidifier Makes Water Flow Upwards So It Isn't 'Another Boring Appliance' - Yanko Design

The Serena Anti-Gravity Humidifier uses visual persistence and synchronized LED strobes to make water droplets appear to climb upward while serving as a household humidifier.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

6 tech-infused items under $30 to keep you warm this winter

February is here. The "New Year, New Me" energy has officially worn off, replaced by a much more realistic "New Year, Same Me, But Freezing" thanks to a very disrespectful wind chill a heating bill that's starting to look like a phone number.
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Want to lower your electric bill? 3 tools I use to find the biggest power hogs in my house

Portable plug-in power meters like the ATX 9801 measure power, current, power factor, voltage, frequency, and annual kWh; rugged, accurate, inexpensive, but lack app connectivity.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

These super-insulating windows are as energy-efficient as walls-and could help save the power grid

Vacuum-insulated windows deliver R18 performance, cut building energy use up to 45%, reduce grid electricity demand, and pay back within three to seven years.
Environment
fromEarth911
2 months ago

Is a Geothermal Energy System Right for Your Home?

Geothermal heat pumps provide reliable, low‑carbon heating and cooling, cut energy use 25–50%, reduce costs up to 60%, and can significantly lower electricity demand.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

I Love My Dehumidifier and Will Never Go Back to the Damp

You should buy a dehumidifier. It will almost certainly improve your home environment. Pulling moisture from the air helps banish condensation and mold, making it cheaper and easier to regulate the temperature in your house or apartment. There's a reason the chatter about dehumidifiers has grown so loud and sales are soaring; it's because they work. Whether you've seen a persuasive Reddit thread, a life hack on TikTok, or an expert guide to the best dehumidifiers, the hype is real.
Environment
Environment
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Intriguing New Machine Turns Air Into Gasoline You Can Put Straight Into Your Car

A New York startup captures ambient CO2 and converts it via electrolysis and synthesis into motor-grade gasoline, but production is minimal and the process is energy-inefficient.
fromBest Products
2 months ago

Our Favorite Humidifiers to Turn Your Home Office Into the Best Remote Destination

The purpose of a humidifier is to increase and regulate the indoor air's moisture level. How this works is different depending on the season and temperature both inside and outside. Overall, though, a humidifier helps maintain a comfortable, healthy, and optimal humidity range of 30 to 50%. To create this environment, most humidifiers use water vapor or steam to help combat dryness caused by heating systems or harsh climates (which often happen indoors during winter).
Environment
Environment
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

The heating mistakes inflating your energy bills by hundreds - and what to do instead

Neglecting radiator maintenance and common central heating mistakes can add hundreds of pounds to annual energy bills.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

If you're flushing the toilet with grey water, people should know': how China turned rain into an asset

A worker sweeps the track at the National Stadium during the 2008 Beijing Olympics, which was disrupted by heavy rain. Photograph: AFP/Getty Images The secret weapon is a network of capillary-like tubes that weave through the Bird's Nest's outer lattice, which are specifically designed to siphon away rainfall. The pipes channel rainwater into one of three underwater storage tanks, where it is filtered and prepared for recycling within the building.
Environment
fromFlowingData
2 months ago

Yeah, still getting hotter

The past 11 years are the warmest since records began, with the past three top of the leader-board. Hottest of the lot was 2024, which coincided with a strong Niño-a pattern of winds and ocean currents that nudges the thermometer upwards-combined with a peak of the 11-year solar cycle when the sun shines brightest. But in 2025 El Niño tailed off, to be replaced by its opposite pattern, La Niña, and the sun-only a minor part of the story in any case-began to dim.
Environment
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