A research group led by Keishiro Hara, Specially Appointed Associate Professor, Center for Environmental Innovation Design for Sustainability, Osaka University performed large-scale questionnaire surveys in Suita City, Osaka ...
Energy & Green Tech
Dec 2, 2015
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Solar cells integrated into new construction, particularly skyscrapers, are an enticing energy option. However, this effort can be hampered by the cost and architectural considerations sometimes needed to mount traditional ...
Energy & Green Tech
Nov 10, 2015
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So did this past weekend's shift back to Standard Time for most of North America throw you for a loop? Coming the day after Halloween, 2015 was the earliest we can now shift back off Daylight Saving Time. Sunday won't fall ...
Space Exploration
Nov 4, 2015
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For decades, conservation-minded homeowners have invested in programmable thermostats, which typically come with thick manuals showing how to use a dizzying array of buttons and settings aimed at saving money on heating and ...
Energy & Green Tech
Nov 3, 2015
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It's getting closer to winter, and all of a sudden you need a new HVAC system that'll cost $5,000. You've got the money in a savings account. Will you spend that money, or pay with a high-interest credit card instead? According ...
Economics & Business
Nov 2, 2015
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Lam Research Corp. is buying KLA-Tencor Corp. for about $10.6 billion, creating a huge player in the semiconductor sector that will rival Applied Materials Inc.
Business
Oct 21, 2015
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Twitter is laying off up to 336 employees, signaling CEO Jack Dorsey's resolve to slash costs while the company struggles to make money.
Business
Oct 13, 2015
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When Dr. Xianjun Geng traveled to a conference in San Francisco in 2009, he booked a four-star hotel on a discount travel website for $80 a night. Upon his arrival, he learned of some unexpected add-on fees, including $40 ...
Economics & Business
Sep 29, 2015
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People are more willing to save money when offered the chance to win a prize, according to a study from The University of Texas at Dallas.
Economics & Business
Sep 8, 2015
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In the world of computer gaming, bragging rights are accorded to those who can boast of blazing-fast graphics cards, the most powerful processors, the highest-resolution monitors, and the coolest decorative lighting. They ...
Energy & Green Tech
Aug 31, 2015
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