‘House burping’ is a cold reality in Germany. Americans are warming to it

Lüften, meaning “airing out” or “ventilation,” is dogma in German households. Rain or shine, hot or cold (which, in Berlin ...
Tech Xplore

Evaporative cooling systems could pave way toward more sustainable air conditioning

Rising global temperatures are driving the need for more efficient cooling systems, one of today's key sustainability ...
Real Simple on MSN

Lüften is the 5-minute German ritual for clearing out stale indoor air during winter

It doesn’t involve buying expensive equipment, and it won’t tank your heating bill.

A cooler climate solution: Air-conditioning without the compressor

New solid-state air conditioners could change the way homes, apartments and office buildings are cooled, eliminating the need ...
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50x faster than trees: Living algae system cuts indoor heat for energy-saving buildings

Microalgae‑based architecture could soon come to Western Australia. A team from Murdoch University is ...
American Lung Association

New Lung Association Report Outlines Indoor Air Quality Policies to Make Schools Healthier and More Energy Efficient

Indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools is a critical but unevenly addressed public health issue. Poor IAQ negatively impacts asthma, absenteeism and learning outcomes. Yet state laws addressing school ...
WYFF

South Carolina: Getting your home ready for extreme cold, ice, snow

As we all prepare for a winter storm, there are things you can do now to get your home ready. The following tips are provided by Energy.gov.Check the latest forecast here.Take Advantage of Heat from ...