As Europe’s Heat Waves Intensify, France Bickers About Air-Conditioning

As heat waves batter Europe, the need (or not) for air-conditioning has become part of the political tug of war in France between the right and the left.

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London’s Kew Gardens Will Renovate Iconic Glasshouses

The Palm House and the Waterlily House, two hulking greenhouses built in the Victorian Era, will close in 2027 for four years of major renovations.

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How to Get Clean Energy Tax Credits Before They’re Phased Out

There’s still time to claim credits that could save you thousands of dollars.

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Energy Department to Gut Funding for Solar and Wind Projects

Stripping hundreds of millions of dollars from renewable energy and efficiency initiatives is part of a broader move to undo efforts to wean the United States off fossil fuels.

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Could the Electric Hydrofoil Ferry Change the Way We Commute?

New technology can help vessels glide quickly over water in less time and with fewer emissions than their diesel counterparts.

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Making Dishwashers Great Again?

The Trump administration has moved to roll back efficiency and water standards for appliances, fueled by the president’s fixation on low-flow showers and toilets.

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The Energy Star Sticker May Go Away. Who Could Preserve the Program?

Cuts at the E.P.A. jeopardize the program that certifies efficient home appliances. Manufacturers could run a similar one themselves, but they may not want to.

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Energy Department to Repeal Efficiency Rules for Appliances

Experts say the moves, which would apply to household appliances, will raise energy costs for consumers.

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E.P.A. Plans to Shut Down the Energy Star Program

Employees were told that the popular energy efficiency certification program would be “de-prioritized and eliminated,” according to documents and a recording.

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Should I Replace My Gas Appliances With Electric?

They’re a big source of greenhouse gases. Here’s what to think about if you’re considering switching to electric.

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