The Rise of Personal Microclimates: Sustainable Cooling for a Warming World

Published on Jan. 31, 2026, 7:26 p.m.

As global temperatures rise and energy costs soar, the traditional model of residential cooling—refrigerating entire buildings …

The Thermodynamics of Domestic Loops: Engineering Instant Hot Water via Retrofit Recirculation

Published on Jan. 22, 2026, 4:30 p.m.

In standard residential plumbing, the distance between the water heater and the fixture creates a "dead leg"—a volume of water …

The Physics of Frugality: What a Basic $200 Air Conditioner Teaches Us About Cooling

Published on Oct. 7, 2025, 4:12 p.m.

In your hands, a simple window air conditioner like the GE AHEC05AC might seem like just another appliance. It's a heavy, beige…