Earth News

Which European countries are not prepared to cope with hot days?

Researchers say buildings in places like Northern Europe "act like greenhouses" and aren't designed to cope with hot days.

14 July 2023

Earth News

India's hospitals overwhelmed as heatwave death toll reaches 170

Officials are investigating the deaths and how many were directly caused by the soaring temperatures.

20 June 2023

Climate

Sleepless night? Climate change could be to blame, research shows

A new study examines the damaging impact of global warming on sleep.

22 May 2023

Ecotech

This eco-friendly, plant-based coating could replace your AC unit

Energy intensive air conditioning could soon be replaced with colourful, cooling coatings. Here's how they work.

28 March 2023

Tech News

The tech solutions to a warming world and the energy crisis

These technologies can help cool down and warm our homes in a greener and cheaper way. But experts say sometimes the solution is far simpler.

26 August 2022

Spain

Spain lowers the temperature on strict air conditioning rules

Bars, restaurants and hairdressers are among the locations which will be allowed to set their air conditioning a few degrees lower than other Spanish businesses.

8 August 2022

Earth News

Spain: Shops must keep doors shut and limit air con to save energy

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced a new package of energy saving measures last week.

2 August 2022