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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Expert's £5 'low-effort' item that keeps homes warm and saves cash

Consumer experts highlight an inexpensive way to improve home heating efficiency and reduce energy costs amidst ongoing cold weather in the UK.

Feb 27 • 12:16 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Shock over heating bills: which homes are the biggest energy wasters?

Heating costs in Lithuania have surged by an average of 85% due to cold weather and removal of VAT exemptions.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

RINA: The Ship Energy Efficiency 2026 Conference in Athens

The Ship Energy Efficiency 2026 conference will be held in Athens with a focus on improving ship performance, featuring keynote speaker Dimitris Fafalios.

Feb 27 • 05:27 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Strengthening security and stabilizing tariffs - "Rīgas siltums" has installed a fast-acting electrode boiler

Rīgas Siltums has installed a fast-acting electrode boiler to enhance heating efficiency and increase tariff stability.

Feb 27 • 04:10 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

On Moneta, the smart working zombie and the TikTok trick

The latest issue of Moneta features a deep dive into Moncler’s successful business strategies, alongside other financial analyses and interviews related to the luxury sector and energy efficiency in Italy.

Feb 27 • 04:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Homebuyers Consider More Than Just Price Tags: Maintenance Costs Matter

An article discussing how homebuyers in Poland are increasingly considering maintenance costs alongside purchase prices when deciding on property.

Feb 27 • 03:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Industries lose 15% energy to weak maintenance – MAN

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria reports that poor maintenance practices lead to significant energy waste in Nigerian factories, averaging between 10% and 15%.

Feb 27 • 01:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Life & Tech

Quick, eco, delicate — what's the best wash cycle to use?

This article explores the efficacy of different washing machine cycles and provides expert recommendations for optimal clothing care and energy savings.

Feb 26 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Calls to move England’s home insulation scheme into council workers’ hands

Proposals arise for councils in England to manage home insulation projects to address energy efficiency and cost issues.

Feb 26 • 12:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Heat price jump: energy-inefficient apartment buildings pay the most

In Lithuania, rising heating prices disproportionately impact energy-inefficient apartment buildings, leading to increased heating bills for residents.

Feb 26 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Expert shares advice: if you're short on cash to pay electricity bills, consider home renovation

An expert advises Estonian families facing high electricity bills to consider home renovations as a way to reduce future energy costs.

Feb 25 • 08:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

LEA support for heat pumps: invites you to prepare in advance - demand is high, the number of invitations is limited

With high demand for heat pumps and limited funding, individuals are encouraged to prepare early for upcoming subsidies.

Feb 25 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Germany abandons controversial green heating law

Germany's ruling conservatives and social democrats announced the cancellation of a controversial heating law aimed at improving energy efficiency in buildings.

Feb 25 • 04:02 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Smaller, faster, smarter: Chinese transistor ready for future AI chips

Chinese scientists have developed an energy-efficient ferroelectric transistor expected to revolutionize AI hardware.

Feb 24 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Energy Efficiency: Fluorescent Lines Could Improve Visibility on Roads and Reduce Accident Rates

The use of fluorescent road markings is being tested in Malaysia to enhance visibility and reduce accidents, contributing to international efforts for road safety.

Feb 24 • 21:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Shared generation advances and expands access to clean energy in the country

Shared generation models are improving access to clean energy in Brazil while reducing costs for consumers.

Feb 23 • 20:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Caravan offers fridge exchanges and discounts on electricity bills to cities in Marajó

A service caravan in the Marajó archipelago will provide fridge exchanges and discounts on electricity bills to residents between February 23 and 26.

Feb 23 • 20:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Radiators can push more heat into a home if you do a 5-second task before turning them on

A simple five-second task of ensuring no furniture obstructs radiators can enhance their heating efficiency, vital during the UK's chilly February.

Feb 23 • 11:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

M&S shoppers rave about £40 thermal curtains that ‘keep out the cold, dark nights’

UK shoppers are praising Marks & Spencer's £40 thermal blackout curtains for their effectiveness in keeping homes warm and cozy during cold nights.

Feb 23 • 10:53 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What Net Zero homes are like and how much they cost

Net Zero homes are a growing trend in sustainable living, producing as much energy as they consume, and are designed to meet global decarbonization goals.

Feb 23 • 10:09 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

RTU's ambitious project - microchip testing center in Ķīpsala

RTU experts are developing communication technologies to improve data center efficiency and reduce energy consumption in the operation of AI systems.

Feb 23 • 05:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Havlíček: Four billion, possibly more, will go to subsidies in the New Green Savings this year

The Czech Deputy Prime Minister announced that this year, four billion crowns will be allocated for subsidies under the New Green Savings program, with the potential for more funding.

Feb 22 • 14:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Favorite subsidies are back. At least four billion will go for house renovations

Czechia is reinstating popular subsidies for home renovations, totaling at least four billion in funding.

Feb 22 • 13:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Cut your heating costs this winter with this 12pm change to your home

The article offers advice on reducing heating costs during winter by implementing smart home efficiency tips and encouraging outdoor activity.

Feb 22 • 04:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Clothes Dryer: Is it Worth It or Does it Skyrocket Your Electricity Bill?

The article discusses the cost-effectiveness of using clothes dryers, particularly in terms of electricity consumption and potential savings with energy-efficient models.

Feb 21 • 13:39 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

These families succeeded – will receive social housing

A municipal project in Lithuania aims to improve accessibility to social housing for vulnerable groups, providing five one-bedroom and seven three-bedroom apartments.

Feb 21 • 11:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Goodbye to Light Waste: Super Gold Balls Capture Solar Energy with 90% Efficiency

A research team in Korea has developed new structures called 'super balls' to capture unused solar energy efficiently, potentially transforming the renewable energy landscape.

Feb 21 • 09:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Blue vs Yellow Flame: The Right Indicator for Gas Savings, Learn...

The article discusses the differences between blue and yellow gas flames in LPG burners, highlighting the impact on gas consumption and maintenance tips for efficiency and safety.

Feb 20 • 14:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The move of Stubbin is approaching

The renovation of the official residence of the President of Finland at Mäntyniemi is nearing completion, with expected completion this spring.

Feb 20 • 11:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

Beat the chill with electric heaters, tested for energy efficiency and warmth

The article reviews various electric heaters for energy efficiency and effectiveness during winter.

Feb 19 • 16:45 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

What preliminary work needs to be done to qualify for co-financing for the insulation of apartment buildings?

Currently, the application process for an energy efficiency support program for apartment buildings in Latvia is closed, as the entire 170 million euros in funding has been reserved, with a resumption expected only in late 2027.

Feb 19 • 09:50 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letters to the Editor. Is the purpose of the efficiency fee for us to stop making pork pancakes?

A reader expresses concern that the new efficiency fee discourages households from preparing warm meals during peak hours, questioning its overall intent.

Feb 19 • 07:53 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government extended the RIGI for one year and announced modifications

The Argentine government has extended the RIGI (Regime of Incentive for Large Investments) until July 2027 and introduced changes to enhance its clarity and efficiency.

Feb 19 • 05:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Data showed how much the Green Savings program saved for Czechs. However, uncertainty now rules.

The article discusses the financial benefits of the Green Savings program in Czechia and the current uncertainties surrounding its future.

Feb 18 • 07:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Easy ways to save electricity - pay attention to these devices

A state energy efficiency company in Finland suggests that households can reduce electricity consumption by adjusting usage habits and making simple changes.

Feb 17 • 16:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Residents of apartment buildings are saving in the wrong places: the most money spent on heating is burned in these locations

An analysis highlights that apartment residents often overlook major sources of heat loss, leading to inefficient heating costs.

Feb 17 • 13:23 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Whirlpool launches AC that cools a room in one minute, priced accordingly

Whirlpool has launched its new range of air conditioners in India that are designed to cool rooms faster and more efficiently through advanced technology.

Feb 17 • 06:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How long does a hybrid car battery last, according to specialists

Experts suggest that with proper maintenance, hybrid car batteries can last over 350,000 kilometers and benefit from regenerative charging during driving.

Feb 17 • 03:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"The Legacy of Inefficiency". Why Are Water Services So Expensive in Our Country?

The article analyzes the high energy footprint of water services in Central and Eastern Europe compared to developed nations, highlighting inefficiencies and the impact of artificially low water tariffs.

Feb 16 • 16:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Old Victorian method helps keep homes warm without turning on central heating

A long-forgotten Victorian-era method provides an alternative for heating homes without central heating, helping families manage energy costs.

Feb 16 • 15:17 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Sailing giants return: are these sails useful too?

Modern ships that capture solar energy and wind like Viking ships are making a comeback, raising questions about their efficiency compared to traditional steel cargo vessels.

Feb 16 • 15:13 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The new season after superbonus and PNRR

The end of Italy's superbonus program and the upcoming conclusion of the PNRR requires a shift in construction strategies towards energy efficiency and social housing initiatives.

Feb 16 • 13:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

LED lighting transforms green areas and squares

The city of São José dos Campos continues its investment in public lighting modernization by expanding ornamental LED lighting in green spaces and public squares.

Feb 16 • 13:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

If you don't take these 5 minutes before turning on the AC, you'll regret the entire heat

The article emphasizes the importance of basic checks and maintenance before turning on air conditioners for the first time in the summer season to avoid issues like poor cooling and increased electricity bills.

Feb 16 • 11:19 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Social Housing, Bonuses Ready: Winning the Sustainability Challenge

The article discusses the transition toward energy efficiency in public housing in Italy, emphasizing the importance of these changes for sustainable growth.

Feb 16 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

My laundry dried in under 3 hours with 32p method that mimics a summer's day

A British study suggests an economical method for drying laundry indoors using a dehumidifier and fan, providing a quicker alternative to tumble dryers.

Feb 15 • 00:06 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

News in New York: Kathy Hochul announced more than 23 million dollars for innovation projects in next-generation buildings

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an investment of over 23 million dollars aimed at funding projects focused on innovation in next-generation buildings to address climate change and improve energy efficiency.

Feb 14 • 21:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

SOLUTIONS ⟩ See which three smart devices can end secret energy waste in your home

The article discusses how rising electricity prices in Estonia have prompted residents to monitor their energy consumption more closely, highlighting three smart devices that can help reduce energy waste at home during the winter heating season.

Feb 14 • 10:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Don't waste more. These are the mistakes while driving that make you spend more gasoline

This article discusses various driving mistakes that increase gasoline consumption and suggests corrective practices to improve fuel efficiency.

Feb 13 • 21:14 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A LOOK AHEAD ⟩ New energy-efficient homes rise near Harku Lake

Construction of a new residential development in Haabersti, Tallinn, will begin this summer, featuring 52 energy-efficient apartments scheduled for completion in 2027.

Feb 13 • 12:57 UTC

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