Tag: energy_efficiency
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Virginia Announces 2026 Sales Tax Holiday for Essentials
Virginia's 2026 Sales Tax Holiday, August 7-9, offers tax-free purchases on back-to-school items, emergency supplies, and energy-efficient products. Fairfax County also announces new OEEC director and environmental initiatives.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentWeatherState GovernmentsEconomyClimate ChangeEnergyEducation Virginia Sales Tax HolidayFairfax CountyEmergency PreparednessEnergy EfficiencyBack-to-SchoolEnvironmental PolicyRenewable EnergyFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Mayor Bass Advances Climate Action with Over 1,000 Energy-Efficient AC Units for Vulnerable Angelenos
Mayor Karen Bass announced the installation of 1,066 energy-efficient air conditioning units in Los Angeles public housing. This initiative, part of her Climate Action Plan, aims to protect vulnerable residents from extreme heat and reduce energy costs.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyWeatherGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentClimate ChangeEnergySocial Issues Los AngelesClimate Action PlanHeat ResilienceEnergy EfficiencyPublic HousingKaren BassAir ConditioningLA Mayors Office
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Penn Lab Develops Innovative Cooling Designs to Combat Urban Heat
Dorit Aviv's Thermal Architecture Lab at the University of Pennsylvania is pioneering human-centered cooling designs. Projects like cooling bus stops and portable shelters aim to efficiently mitigate rising global temperatures and improve health in urban settings.
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Media Monitor: Heat Pump Sales Surge Despite End of Tax Credits
MIT Technology Review reports heat pump sales continue to rise in early 2026, defying expectations after federal tax credits expired. The appliances are outpacing fossil fuel furnaces, signaling a strong market for decarbonization.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEnergyClimate ChangeFederal Government Heat pumpsEnergy efficiencyDecarbonizationTax creditsSalesTrump administrationMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology
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Fairfax County Advances Sustainability with EV Readiness, Home Energy, and Community Programs
Fairfax County earns "Charging Smart Silver" for EV readiness, launches home energy efficiency and solar programs, and promotes waste reduction and heat safety. The county continues its broad efforts to foster a sustainable and resilient community.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyWeatherGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentClimate ChangeEnergyTransportationEducation Fairfax CountySustainabilityElectric VehiclesEnergy EfficiencyWaste ReductionClimate ActionCommunity ProgramsFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Media Monitor: IBM develops high-density nanostack chip prototype
MIT Technology Review is reporting that IBM has unveiled a new prototype chip featuring a nanostack architecture, doubling transistor density and promising significant gains in computing efficiency.
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Google Invests $1.5 Billion in Alabama Data Center Expansion
Google is expanding its Jackson County, Alabama data center with a $1.5 billion investment by 2027. The company also announced significant community funding for energy efficiency and STEM education, building on its local impact since 2019.
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Fairfax County Promotes Solar and Heat Pump Programs for Homeowners
Fairfax County, with regional partners, offers workshops on solar energy and extends its heat pump program registration until July 15. Learn about incentives and efficient home upgrades.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEnvironmentEnergyEducation Fairfax CountyLoudoun CountyNorthern Virginia Regional CommissionSolar energyHeat pumpsEnergy efficiencyWorkshopsFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Homeowners Embrace Native Gardens and Rain Gardens for Climate Solutions, Alongside Gas-Saving Strategies
Discover how to easily transform your lawn into a native garden or a beneficial rain garden, contributing to local ecosystems and climate solutions. Plus, learn practical tips to save money on gas during high prices.
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyMediaEnvironmentClimate ChangeEconomyMedical ScienceEducationSocial Issues Native PlantsRain GardensClimate SolutionsHome GardeningGas PricesEnvironmental ImpactEnergy Efficiency
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Mayor Bass Highlights Energy Savings and Emissions Reductions
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will highlight the Commercial Direct Install Program's success in cutting energy costs for businesses and reducing carbon emissions, supporting her Climate Action Plan for a carbon-neutral city by 2045.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEnvironmentEnergyEconomy Karen BassLos AngelesCommercial Direct Install ProgramEnergy EfficiencyCarbon EmissionsClimate Action PlanSustainabilityLA Mayors Office
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Fairfax County Extends Youth Art Contest Deadline, Promotes Heat Pump Program
Fairfax County's Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination extends the 'Sustain Fairfax Youth Art Contest' deadline to May 29, 2026. Residents also have until May 27, 2026, to enroll in the 'Switch Together Heat Pump Program' for energy-efficient home upgrades.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentClimate ChangeEnergyEducation Fairfax CountyYouth Art ContestSustain FairfaxHeat Pump ProgramEnergy EfficiencyEnvironmental PolicyStudentsFairfax County GovernmentVA