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ET Product of the Year Awards 2026: Recognising Home & Kitchen Appliance of the Year innovation that makes everyday living better

The ET Product of the Year Awards 2026 honors cutting-edge home and kitchen appliances introduced or revamped in India. This category emphasizes products that improve daily living by focusing on energy efficiency, practicality, and advanced technology, catering to changing consumer demands. Receiving an award bolsters manufacturers' ability to stand out…

The Economic Times · Oct 26

Why Glass Buildings Kill Birds and What Actually Stops It

What a Bird Sees When It Looks at GlassA bird navigating a city skyline does not perceive glass as a solid surface. Its visual system, built for detecting movement, colour contrast, and open flight paths, reads a reflective facade as a continuation of the environment behind the viewer. A window…

Times Life · Oct 19

Flipkart Big Billion Days: Big Discounts, Bigger Choices

Big sale events can make even a simple shopping trip feel overwhelming. One minute you are checking the price of a phone, and the next you have added headphones, clothes, kitchen appliances and a dozen other items to your cart. Flipkart Big Billion Days is known for bringing a wide…

MyLifeXP · Oct 6

In 1988, Ed Begley Jr. bought a Studio City home for $225,000 and transformed it with solar panels, efficient appliances, and EV charging; 26 years later, it sold for $1.025 million

Over the years, actor Ed Begley Jr. has meticulously turned his home into a model of energy efficiency. This incremental renovation approach has not only improved the property's environmental impact but has also heightened its resale value significantly. Research indicates that the inclusion of solar panels can greatly enhance a…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

Philadelphia gave 340 seniors white roofs; homes cooled by 5°F, saving 560 kWh

Philadelphia tested a simple way to protect older, low-income residents from summer heat by putting reflective white roof coatings on hundreds of homes between 2001 and 2003. The Cool Homes Programme targeted elderly households living in the city’s older housing stock, where dark roofs could absorb intense sunlight and transfer…

The Times of India · Sep 10

Energy efficiency: India's next strategic power resource

As India's energy needs escalate due to growth and climate challenges, the focus on efficiency emerges as a key strategy for sustainable abundance and enhanced national security. Implementing rigorous efficiency standards can help mitigate peak demand, leading to cost savings for consumers. Positioning efficiency as a foundational pillar will foster…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

In 2003, Fort Lewis trained 25 public works staff to improve building energy use. 2 years later, the base had achieved 20-30% greater efficiency than the ASHRAE standard

Fort Lewis Army Base used staff training, equipment upgrades, renovation projects, and improved operating practices to strengthen building energy efficiency. In 2003, its Public Works Department hosted a BOC Level I course for twenty-five Maintenance and Repair Division employees and other Public Works staff. The training helped employees expand their…

The Economic Times · Sep 2

In 1995, Florida researchers coated a Cocoa Beach school roof white; over the following year, chiller energy use fell 10%, saving 13,000 kWh, while peak demand fell 35%

A study conducted in Florida revealed that white roofs can drastically lower cooling costs, marking a significant achievement in the realm of energy efficiency. The findings provided concrete proof of the benefits associated with reflective roofing materials. While predictions indicate notable energy savings nationwide, it's important to note that in…

The Economic Times · Sep 1

In 2022, Maryland engineers turned crab-shell chitosan into a zinc-battery electrolyte; after more than 1,000 cycles, the zinc anode still delivered 99.7% coulombic efficiency

Innovative researchers are turning leftover crab shells into essential components for batteries. Packed with chitosan, these shells can create an eco-friendly battery electrolyte that decomposes naturally. This breakthrough presents a green approach to battery waste management while ensuring the new batteries exhibit impressive energy efficiency even after numerous charging cycles.…

The Economic Times · Sep 1

Built for $70,000 in 1976, this underground Missouri concrete home survived a deadly F4 tornado; 50 years later, it remains almost invisible from the road, hidden beneath a hillside

Built in 1976 for $70,000, a remarkable underground home in Springfield, Missouri, was designed to blend into the hillside while providing strength and energy efficiency. Nearly 50 years later, the concrete residence remains largely hidden from view and has an extraordinary history, including surviving a devastating F4 tornado that struck…

The Times of India · Aug 28