Static electricity could help run air conditioners

Researchers at RMIT University in Australia have developed a polystyrene-based device that generates static electricity from wind to reduce air conditioner energy use by up to 5%. From RMIT University 03/11/24 (first released 28/10/24) An invention made from waste polystyrene that generates static electricity from motion and wind could lower power usage by recycling waste […]

Indian traffic police get AC helmets

Traffic officer in Surat wearing ActivCooling Helmet. Credit: Kem Chho Surat News

Indian traffic police in Surat, Vadodara and Kanpur have recently been equipped with air-conditioned (AC) helmets to help them keep sweat at bay.

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