energy_efficiency

Hsinchu – September 24, 2026 -- M31 Technology and Ambiq have jointly developed a Foundation IP solution on TSMC's N12e process that cuts leakage power by approximately 50% for always-on edge AI and AIoT chips, the companies announced at the TSMC 2026 North America Open Innovation Platform Ecosystem Forum.

Joint IP stack targets tightening power and area budgets for wearables and AIoT

The solution pairs an optimized SPSRAM memory compiler with an ultra-low-leakage standard-cell library built specifically for Ambiq's chip platforms. As SoC designs add more embedded intelligence, power targets have tightened while die-size limits and tape-out schedules remain fixed, pushing designers toward foundation-level efficiency gains rather than late-stage fixes.

Delray Beach – September 22, 2026 -- The global heat transfer fluids market is projected to expand from $5.33 billion in 2026 to $6.60 billion by 2031, a 4.4% compound annual growth rate, according to a new report from MarketsandMarkets.

Asia Pacific leads growth as chemical and electronics output expands

Asia Pacific is both the largest and fastest-growing regional market, expanding at a 5.1% CAGR through 2031. China, India, Japan, South Korea and Southeast Asian manufacturing hubs are driving demand for process heating and temperature-control solutions across chemicals, automotive, electronics and pharmaceutical production, alongside rising investment in data centers and HVAC infrastructure.

Shanghai – – September 21, 2026 -- Huawei unveiled a grid-interactive AI data center (AIDC) solution at HUAWEI CONNECT 2026, targeting maximum tokens-per-watt output as AI workloads strain power grids worldwide.

Huawei ties compute and energy infrastructure directly to grid stability

Hou Jinlong, Director of the Board of Huawei and President of Huawei Digital Power, opened the AIDC Facility Summit by outlining four design priorities: power acquisition, power quality, rack-level power and cooling, and faster engineering delivery. He stated that maximizing tokens per watt and minimizing cost per token will define the competitiveness of future compute factories.

New York – September 20, 2026 -- Daikin U.S. Corporation will send executives to seven sessions during Climate Week NYC 2026, positioning its HVAC and refrigerant technology as a response to rising electricity demand and grid strain.

Daikin executives headline flagship grid-reliability panel on September 21

David Calabrese, Executive Vice President of Daikin U.S. Corporation, will join the Hub Live Flagship Session "Strait Talk, Reality Check: How Do We Keep the Lights on in an Uncertain World?" at The Glasshouse on September 21 at 1:00 p.m. Calabrese said buildings need smarter energy management and efficient HVAC technology to manage demand as electrification accelerates, rather than relying solely on new energy production.

Pasadena, Calif. – September 20, 2026 -- PrismML has released Bonsai 2 27B, a ternary-compressed version of a 27-billion-parameter multimodal model that runs at just 5.9 GB while retaining 98.2% of its full-precision counterpart's benchmark performance.

Ternary compression shrinks memory footprint by more than 9x

Built on Qwen3.8 27B, Bonsai 2 27B reduces the model's memory requirement to 5.9 GB, a reduction of over nine times compared with the full-precision original. The model contains 27.8 billion parameters and was trained using Google v5 TPUs.

Pittsburgh – – September 20, 2026 -- A Windsor, Ontario-based inventor has filed a patent-pending design for COOL SCREEN, a protective cover engineered to shield air conditioning units from weather exposure and debris clogs.

Design targets AC unit longevity and energy efficiency

The invention aims to reduce premature wear on outdoor AC units by blocking environmental debris that typically causes clogs and efficiency losses. By maintaining unobstructed airflow, the product could lower the energy costs tied to reduced compressor performance over time.

Product built for homeowner installation without technical expertise

COOL SCREEN features a durable construction designed for straightforward use, positioning it for the residential HVAC maintenance market. A prototype and technical drawings are available for review by interested manufacturers.

Turku, Finland – September 20, 2026 -- Teleste has expanded its passenger information portfolio with a new outdoor e-paper display family that cuts energy consumption by up to 50% compared with comparable battery-powered e-paper solutions on the market.

Battery-powered displays can operate for up to 10 years without replacement

Depending on system configuration and operating profile, the displays support a battery lifetime of up to 10 years, running on battery or solar power. This lets public transport operators deploy real-time passenger information at remote and temporary stops that previously lacked power infrastructure or wired connectivity.

Dallas – September 19, 2026 -- RSE, a European engineering and manufacturing company with more than 1.5 GW of realized and contracted energy projects, is entering the U.S. market targeting power generation and high-efficiency cooling and heating technologies for data centers and industrial clients.

RSE Energy LLC becomes authorized Olympian dealer for diesel and gas generator sets

RSE Energy LLC has secured status as an Authorized Sales and Service Provider for Olympian, within its authorized U.S. territory. The Olympian line, designed and manufactured by Caterpillar, spans 20 to 200 kW and supports standby, demand response and prime power applications. RSE will provide local engineering and technical support across the equipment lifecycle.

Södertälje, Sweden – September 17, 2026 -- Scania has launched Scania Dynamic, a comprehensive update to its R- and S-series trucks that cuts total energy consumption by around 2 percent while overhauling the driver's cab environment.

Aerodynamic redesign drives the efficiency gain

The 2 percent energy reduction, which varies by vehicle specification and operation, stems from exterior changes that lower air drag. These include digital rear-view mirrors, side skirt extensions, redesigned A-pillars, new door handles and a front end built to support Increased Vehicle Dimension legislation. Scania says the efficiency improvement applies across both combustion and battery-electric powertrains, translating into lower fuel use for diesel fleets and reduced electricity draw for electric trucks.

Berlin – September 17, 2026 -- Midea has sold more than 10 million R290-based air conditioning units globally since 2018, cutting an estimated 5.2 million tonnes of CO2 equivalent, the company announced at IFA 2026 in Berlin.

Midea claims 16 straight years as the world's top producer of R290-refrigerant air conditioners

The natural refrigerant carries near-zero global warming potential, contains no PFAS compounds, and delivers roughly 10% higher energy efficiency than conventional alternatives, according to the company. Midea says the carbon reduction achieved through R290 unit sales matches the absorption capacity of 6.2 million hectares of Amazon rainforest.