How effective is 'precooling' your home during off-peak hours? It depends
Heat waves are causing temperature records, straining power grids, and prompting increased searches for energy-efficient cooling methods like precooling.
In Gaza, summer brings thirst, hunger, and grief as the land has transformed into an open-air furnace without water, shade, or escape from intense heat.
Amid Heatwaves, a Growing Concern Rises About Data Centers - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
The growth in electricity demand from data centers is threatening the South's transition away from fossil fuels and toward clean energy. Current projections indicate an increase in reliance on fossil fuels, further raising carbon emissions.
Is It Possible To Fry An Egg On A Sidewalk When It's Scorching Hot Out? - Tasting Table
The sidewalk can reach temperatures sufficient to cook an egg during heat waves, making the question of frying an egg on the sidewalk scientifically plausible.
FORECAST: Just how hot will it get in Germany this summer?
Seasonal forecasts suggest a hotter-than-average summer for Germany, with temperatures rising significantly from July to September, leading to potential health and environmental impacts.
The Most Efficient Way to Run Your AC During a Heat Wave
Air conditioning is not the most climate friendly solution. It's energy intensive, using a lot more electricity than fans, putting strain on the fossil fuel electricity grid.
The city's Emergency Management Department has initiated a request for houses of worship to become Cooling Centers this summer, thereby providing critical relief to vulnerable residents.