2022's US climate disasters: A tale of too much rain – and too little

Millions of people around the world suffered through deadly flooding and long-lasting heat waves in 2022. A climate scientist explains the rising risks.

Shuang-Ye Wu, Professor of Geology and Environmental Geosciences, University of Dayton • conversation
Dec. 20, 2022 • ~9 min

Gold coating could mean end to foggy glasses

A gold-based coating that converts sunlight to heat may mean the end of foggy glasses and windshields, researchers say.

Fabio Bergamin-ETH Zurich • futurity
Dec. 14, 2022 • ~6 min

Five unusual energy-saving tips to help you slash your bills

By following these unusual energy-saving tips, you will not only cut costs but will also help to conserve resources for future generations.

Sankar Sivarajah, Professor of Technology Management and Circular Economy, University of Bradford • conversation
Dec. 13, 2022 • ~6 min

One in four homes is 'hard to decarbonise' – without help their inhabitants could get stuck in fuel poverty

Existing decarbonisation measures are often unsuitable for the least efficient homes – failing to improve their performance will trap vulnerable people in fuel poverty.

Rokia Raslan, Associate Professor in Building Performance Simulation, UCL • conversation
Dec. 13, 2022 • ~7 min

How to keep your home warm during very cold weather (on a budget) – and avoid dangerous heating 'hacks'

Cranking the heating up 24/7 isn’t an option for most people.

Mari Martiskainen, Professor of Energy and Society, University of Sussex • conversation
Dec. 9, 2022 • ~7 min

How to stay warm when you're working from home (without turning the heating on)

Keeping your fingers and toes warm is the key.

Hugh Montgomery, Professor of intensive Care Medicine, UCL • conversation
Dec. 7, 2022 • ~7 min

Heat pumps without home insulation could raise bills and energy demand – here’s what the government can do

Home energy efficiency improvements should not be a luxury for those who can afford it.

Faye Wade, Chancellor's Fellow, Sociology, The University of Edinburgh • conversation
Nov. 29, 2022 • ~7 min

Heat pumps without home insulation could raise bills and overload the grid – here’s what the government can do

Home energy efficiency improvements should not be a luxury for those who can afford it.

Faye Wade, Chancellor's Fellow, Sociology, The University of Edinburgh • conversation
Nov. 29, 2022 • ~7 min

Smart meters show your energy use but here’s how you can actually save money

The government is rolling out smart meters across the UK, but at present they are providing households with little benefit.

David Glew, Head of Energy Efficiency and Policy, Leeds Beckett University • conversation
Nov. 22, 2022 • ~7 min

These air conditioner alternatives are cheaper – and better for the planet

Air conditioners are rare in some European countries, but the climate crisis could change that.

Eric Laurentius Peterson, Visiting Research Fellow (Bioclimatic Design), University of Leeds • conversation
Nov. 3, 2022 • ~8 min

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