Tag: Energy Efficiency
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Unconventional Superconductivity in Magic-Angle Graphene: MIT Physicists Unveil Key Evidence
Revealing a Quantum Leap: Magic-Angle Graphene and its Superconducting Puzzle Superconductivity—where electrical resistance vanishes and electricity flows with perfect efficiency—has long promised transformative energy and information technologies. The latest findings from MIT physicists add a compelling chapter to this story, presenting key evidence for unconventional superconductivity in magic-angle twisted graphene. This discovery delves into how…
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Evotrex Emerges from Stealth: Anker-Backed Hybrid RV with Integrated Gas System
Evotrex Enters the Stage: A New Hybrid RV Startup Comes Out of Stealth In the crowded world of recreational vehicles, a new player is making a calculated debut. Evotrex, a startup backed by Anker and led by engineers with a track record in portable power and energy solutions, has emerged from stealth with a concept…
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Slow Efficiency Progress is a Wasted Opportunity
Why energy efficiency is the fastest path to progress Governments around the world recognize that reliable, affordable energy is essential for modern life. Yet the fastest and most cost-effective route to a secure energy future is not building more power plants, but using the energy we already have more wisely. Energy efficiency is often described…
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Slow Efficiency Progress: A Wasted Opportunity for Global Energy Security
Why Efficiency Is the Low-Hanging Fruit of Energy Policy Energy efficiency is often described as the quickest and most cost-effective way to improve energy security, reduce bills, and lower emissions. Yet progress can be frustratingly slow. When governments miss efficiency targets, they miss a critical opportunity to strengthen the reliability of power systems, cut household…
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Slow Efficiency Progress Is a Wasted Opportunity: Driving Bold Action on Energy Efficiency
Why Energy Efficiency Cannot Be Ignored Governments worldwide have made energy security, affordability, and sustainability top priorities. Yet progress on energy efficiency—the fastest and most cost-efficient path to lower energy bills, reduce emissions, and strengthen grid resilience—often lags behind ambitions. When efficiency moves slowly, households and businesses bear higher costs, while opportunities to modernize infrastructure…
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Majority of External Insulation Schemes Fail Quality Tests, Repair or Replacement Likely
Overview: A widespread retrofit problem under the ECO and GBIS programs A new National Audit Office (NAO) examination has revealed a troubling snapshot of the UK’s energy efficiency drive. Almost all external wall insulation installed under the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) and the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) is so poorly fitted that it will…
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NAO findings: Most external insulation under UK energy schemes needs repair or replacement
Overview: Widespread problems in home insulation schemes A new report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has cast a harsh light on the way Britain’s home insulation programs were run under the previous government. The investigation found that almost all external wall insulation installed under the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) and the Great British Insulation…
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UK insulation schemes hit by widespread faulty installations, NAO finds
Introduction: a sweeping failure in insulation schemes A National Audit Office investigation has found that almost all external insulation installed under the UK government’s energy efficiency drive was poorly fitted, leaving thousands of homes at risk of damp, mould, and structural issues. The findings cover schemes designed to reduce fuel poverty and cut carbon emissions,…
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Budget 2026: Social Welfare Up by €10 as Government Signals Careful Spending Ahead
What Budget 2026 Means for Social Welfare and Pensions The government has unveiled Budget 2026, highlighting a cautious approach in the face of uncertain economic winds. A core element of the package is a €10 weekly increase across all social welfare payments, including the state pension. While this marks an uplift for retirees, carers, and…
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AI and Space: Solving Climate and Energy Challenges
AI-Driven Satellite Management Artificial intelligence is transforming how we manage space missions. AI enables satellites to operate with greater autonomy, analyzing vast streams of data in real time, adjusting orbits, and avoiding collisions without constant human input. This reduces the risk of errors, lowers operational costs, and makes space missions safer and more efficient. By…