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When discussing sustainable energy, the issue of implementing heating systems that don’t rely on fossil fuels often raises more questions than it has answers for. Is it even possible to solely operate heating systems that function without gas or oil, and what does this look like in practice? Sweden has made remarkable progress in this respect, which could serve as an example for other countries across the world. It is, however, important to keep in mind that Sweden’s blueprint can’t be applied to every country across the board.
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Last heating season hit Europe like a wake-up call. A staggering 47 million people across the EU, Switzerland, and Norway struggled to afford proper heating through the winter. That’s about 10.2% of the entire population—up sharply from 31 million in 2021. What’s surprising? It’s not just the colder northern regions feeling the squeeze. It’s actually the warmer areas where the situation is often worse. In some places, up to 30% of residents are affected. Chances are, you’ve noticed the spike in energy costs yourself over the past few months. It’s been hard to miss.
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If you love camping or need a backup power source for emergencies, now is a great time to shop for portable power stations and solar generators. Bluetti, known for its reliable power stations, has dropped the price of its popular AC180 (1,152 Wh capacity) to an all-time low of $459—$540 off its regular price (a 54 percent discount).
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International scientists are working hard to discover better methods when it comes to heating and cooling technologies. A group of researchers has apparently made a decisive breakthrough that could make it easier than ever to maintain the desired temperature. Systems that create a temperature difference require a lot of energy, on average. Although some energy-efficient heating and cooling methods are available today, a large proportion of the required energy in households is still used to maintain temperatures.
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With Valentine’s Day sales just around the corner, we’re already seeing great discounts on popular robot vacuums and cleaners. One standout deal is on the Ecovacs Deebot T30S, which is currently $350 off at Amazon (a 35 percent discount), bringing its price down to $649 from $999—the second-best price we’ve seen.
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Winter brings cold days, and cleaning your home can start to feel like a chore. But you don’t have to put in extra effort to keep your floors spotless—a robot vacuum and mop can handle the job for you. Roborock, a well-known brand in robot cleaners, is currently offering its high-performing Q8 Max+ for 49 percent off on Amazon, dropping the price from $819 to just $419.
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Dreame is known for its phenomenal robot cleaners, but their premium price tags can often be a barrier. If that’s been holding you back, now might be the perfect time to reconsider. Currently, the all-in-one Dreame L10S Pro Ultra Heat is available for $599—an impressive $400 off (40 percent) its regular price—thanks to a voucher on Amazon.
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If you haven’t picked up a portable power station or solar generator for your home or RV emergency backup supply, now might be the perfect time to check out Ecoflow’s Delta 2. This popular power station is currently on sale at Amazon, priced at just $449—a massive $550 discount (55 percent off) from its usual price.
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The new year kicked off with impressive discounts on Jackery’s power stations and solar generators, and now, the sale has been extended. Some popular models are still available with significant savings. For instance, the high-capacity Explorer 3000 Pro with two sets of solar panels is now priced at $2,199, a substantial 45 percent off its original price of $3,999.
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Google is rapidly expanding the compatibility of the Google Home app with other smart home devices and platforms. As announced by the company, the Google Home Public Preview has added support for the Nest Protect smoke and CO alarm device, as well as third-party Matter-compatible smart locks.
Also related: What is Matter? The new smart home standard to rule them all.