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Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
Midea Numen AC for Southeast Asia Earns German Red Dot Award for Groundbreaking Designs
Asia Press Release ESSEN, GERMANY - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 May 2025 - Midea, the World's No.1 Residential Inverter Air Conditioner Company, reached another important milestone in its innovation journey as the Midea Numen air conditioner won the German Red Dot Product Design Award 2025, the globally prestigious recognition for excellence in design. Numen stands out with its AI system and innovative structure design that improve energy efficiency and cooling experience, delivering surprising moments for Southeast Asian consumers. Now Numen is available in Malaysia and Thailand and is rapidly gaining popularity. Midea Numen AC for Southeast Asia Earns German Red Dot Award for Groundbreaking Designs Midea Numen Achieves Excellency and Efficiency hrough Latest AI ECOMASTER System Powering Numen's revolutionary approach is the groundbreaking AI ECOMASTER, an advanced AI system that leverages big data to achieve the perfect balance between energy saving and optimal comfort. The system intelligently adapts to environmental conditions and user preferences, delivering significant energy savings by expertly managing temperature, with precise temperature control of ±0.3°C, avoiding unnecessary fluctuations and waste. Verified by SGS, Numen can achieve 30% extra energy savings with ECOMASTER. Alongside the ECOMASTER, Numen is equipped with Midea's advanced inverter, the heart of air conditioners. As the world's No.1 inverter air conditioner company, Midea has been developing cutting-edge inverter technology for 27 years, obtained 3,300 patents related to inverters worldwide, and owns 35 global leading inverter technologies. Elevating Southeast Asian User Experience Through Comfort, Health, and Durability Numen features the latest generation of COOLFLASH, which can drop the room temperature by 5°C in just 10 minutes, with an air volume of 665m³/hour and a delivery distance of 8.1 meters. During extreme summer days with temperatures up to 55°C, Midea inverter still operates effectively to maintain comfort. Numen also focuses on air quality. With I-Clean technology, Midea Numen has been upgraded from water washing to frost cleaning, which can remove more dust and bacteria, keeping the AC clean and performing optimally. Meanwhile, with AIR MAGIC's ion generator, it creates millions of positive and negative ions that effectively eliminate bacteria and viruses, while consuming less than 1 kWh over 24 hours. Focusing on users' daily pain points under the specific conditions in the Southeast Asia, Numen enhancing durability and lifespan through innovative engineering design and material innovation. Numen is equipped with Prime Guard's six-layer protection technology, which includes the higher-purity anti-corrosion copper tubes TU1 and applies UV conformal coating on PCB components. When facing humid and rainy days, these designs can effectively achieve fundamental corrosion resistance and durability. From Thai and Malaysian customers' reviews, they appreciate Numen for exceeding expectations with its excellent cooling, quiet operation and expressed confidence in the long-term reliability. Also, the fast delivery and professional installation services also surprised them. Numen Redifies Installation, Maintenance and Cleaning Standard with Innovative PULL-DOWN Design Numen introduces a revolutionary PULL-DOWN STRUCTURE that completely transforms the air conditioning experience for both installers and users. By simply loosening a screw to access the drop-down structure and built-in support frame, technicians gain expanded working space and better visibility. The innovative design delivers remarkable maintenance efficiency improvements. PCB replacement, which typically requires removing the entire frame in conventional units, takes just 5 steps and 74 seconds with Numen. Motor replacement is even more impressive: while traditional AC units require refrigerant recycling and evaporator removal, Numen accomplishes this in just 4 steps and 3 minutes 20 seconds, improving maintenance efficiency by 72%. For everyday users, this design simplifies routine cleaning and ensures long-term efficient operation while significantly reducing maintenance downtime. The Pull-down Structure enhances maintenance accessibility, allowing easier access and more thorough cleaning of the wind wheel, while the 25.72% taller air outlet and buckle-designed louver that's simple to remove streamline daily cleaning procedures for users. Midea Commits to Delivering Superior Products While Deepening Local Market Development in SEA Midea has been deeply cultivating overseas markets for over 20 years and has established 2 manufacturing factories and an R&D center in Southeast Asia, implementing localized product designs while building strong local production and development capabilities. Recently, Midea has also become a Global Supporter of the AFC's club competitions, further connecting with local consumers. Looking ahead, Midea will continue to inspire and upgrade inverter technology, committed to the transition towards more energy-efficient, user-friendly air conditioning solutions that combine cutting-edge technology with practical everyday benefits for consumers. Midea Official Website Hashtag: #midea The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Midea Disclaimer: The contents of this press release was provided from an external third party provider. 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ABC News
2 days ago
- Business
- ABC News
Demand for energy efficient houses growing across Australia, Domain report finds
Energy efficient houses are a "must-have" for a growing number of buyers, commanding a premium price in markets across the country, property experts say. The demand is reflected in real estate advertising with half the homes currently for sale touting some sort of energy efficient feature, according to a new report from the property website Domain. North-facing homes, double-glazed windows and solar panels are all attractive features that offer year-round comfort as well as smaller energy bills, the report says. Domain's chief of research Nicola Powell said much of that demand is being pushed by "middle Australia", especially with energy prices set to rise for half a million homes and businesses across from July. "It does appear that middle Australia is really driving the uptake and driving the price premiums for a more energy efficient home," Dr Powell said. At a house inspection in Brisbane's south, real estate agent James Austin said buyers had been asking about energy efficiency more and more, particularly for new builds. He said solar panels, solar hot water and energy efficient lighting were commonly asked about. "I know the price of housing is very high, but maybe if you spend a bit more at the start you can save in the long run if the house is energy efficient," he said. In Brisbane energy efficient homes on the market are attracting almost 20 per cent more views online, according to the report. Dr Powell said for prospective buyers anything that could reduce costs in the long-term was becoming more of a priority. In Queensland suburbs, including Calamvale in Brisbane's south and Robina on the Gold Coast, houses are selling for up to $300,000 more than non-efficient homes, according to the report. It said energy efficient units sold for almost 10 per cent more than non-efficient units. North-facing homes — which provide passive heating in winter and reduced cooling needs in summer — boost the price of a house by $375,000 on average across the country, the report said. Solar panels continue to be the most popular energy efficient feature, but don't add as much value. Other features such as roof and ceiling insulation can cut heating and cooling needs by up to 45 per cent. Homes chew up about a quarter of the country's electricity, with disproportionate share taken by homes with "poor thermal performance", that overheat in summer and lose warmth in winter. Dr Powell said the challenge of retrofitting Australia's existing housing stock — 70 per cent of which was built before 2003 — is also an opportunity for policymakers. "If you're thinking about putting in double-glazing or solar panels, it does come at a hefty cost. Having the right policies in place to drive that uptake and ensuring our older housing stock are just as efficient will be a step in the right direction," she said. Experts warn renters and low-income households risk being left behind unless more incentives to bring older homes up to modern standards are brought in. Green Building Council of Australia chief executive Davina Rooney said it's important that renters are included. She urged for more schemes like the Queensland plan to offer grants to landlords for solar panels. "We need to make these things more common and drive them across every part of the market," Ms Rooney said. In the ACT all residential property sales and rental advertisements are required to disclose their energy efficiency rating. Expanding that scheme nationwide would be a step in the right direction, Dr Powell said. "That really drives transparency and allows a renter to actually see the potential energy efficiency of that home and therefore the potential running costs."
CNET
3 days ago
- Health
- CNET
I Use This Smart Device to Find Air Leaks and Keep My Summer AC Bill From Soaring
Air conditioning is one of the biggest energy draws during summer, but there are ways to keep that electric bill from skyrocketing during warmer months. Keeping the thermostat set to a consistent temperature is one, but making sure that precious cool air isn't escaping your home is another. I've struggled to maintain comfortable temperatures during extreme weather. I implemented a DIY ventilation system that brings in cool air at night and I schedule smart blinds to block direct sunlight as much as possible. Plus, I have lots and lots of fans. Although these strategies have helped, I recently found a new tool to find efficiency opportunities: a thermal camera. I got my hands on the HSFTools Finder S2 thermal camera and conducted a DIY home energy audit to look for air leaks that might affect how I cool my home. These same leaks cause heat to escape during winter, so the strategy has year-round applications for lowering energy costs. A rundown of the HSFTools Finder S2 The Finder S2 thermal camera's USB-C connection means it doesn't need a bulky battery pack, instead relying on your phone for power. John Carlsen/CNET I'll hold off on an in-depth review of the HSFTools Finder S2, as I have limited experience with thermal cameras, but I'll mention a few features that helped with my energy audit. First, this thermal imager connects to the USB-C port on Android smartphones but doesn't support iPhones. (Apple users should consider checking out the Topdon TC002C instead.) I love the option to launch the app automatically when plugging in the camera. However, the Finder S2 requires a lot of power -- draining my phone's battery by about 4% after 10 minutes. While this won't affect short inspections of smaller homes, you'll need to recharge your phone after extended use. (For better battery life, I suggest getting a standalone handheld model if you use a thermal camera often.) I played around with the Finder S2 to get comfortable with its features, mostly taking pictures of my cat. John Carlsen/CNET Even if you turn on the Finder S2's Super Resolution mode, the overall resolution maxes out at 512x384 pixels, which is lower than standard 480p quality. It's more than enough to see temperature differences around windows during an energy audit but you may need to play around with the settings if you plan to use it for creative work. Enabling the Digital Camera setting shows a view from your phone's camera on the screen with the option to save images -- but not videos -- from both cameras simultaneously. As for videos, I couldn't get the Finder S2 to work unless I rotated the image 90 degrees in the app. You can adjust the Finder S2's colors, measurement tools and sensitivity in the HSFTools app. John Carlsen/CNET I appreciate the wide selection of color palettes in the HSFTools app. My favorite color setting is "white hot" because of the high contrast image compared to other modes. The app's outstanding measurement tools tell you the temperature of the hottest and coldest objects on the screen or of a specific point you select. I love taking the guesswork out of home improvement. You can get the Finder S2 for about $250 -- although it's often available for $170 -- which is typical among smartphone thermal camera accessories like the Flir One Gen 3 and Seek Thermal Compact. While the price is good for a midrange infrared camera, remember that you might only use it a handful of times -- it's often better to pay for a professional home energy audit. (Don't forget to check if your area has a free energy audit program.) Still, the HSFTools Finder S2 was more than adequate for my DIY home energy audit. How I used a thermal camera in my home energy audit My energy audit uncovered an uninsulated ceiling corner that might explain why my home gets so hot in the summer -- time to tell the landlord. John Carlsen/CNET After familiarizing myself with the thermal imager, I took a structured approach to finding problem areas. I followed this thermal imaging inspection guide from the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors. Read more: Stop Installing Your Thermostat Here. It's Costing You Money I started by turning off my HVAC system before shutting my windows and front door. InterNACHI's guide recommends testing on a day where the outdoor temperature difference is 15 to 20 F warmer (or cooler) than inside so I chose a rainy spring day for my audit. I was happy to see my window seals were in good condition. However, I discovered a small, drafty gap under my front door that I filled with foam backer rod from the hardware store. Fixing the air leak under my front door probably won't save much on my energy bills but it was an effortless DIY project. John Carlsen/CNET The actionable part of my home energy audit ends at doors and windows for now but there's plenty more for homeowners to look at. The Department of Energy suggests checking wherever you suspect air leaks or poor insulation, particularly fixtures, along the edges of rooms and between different building materials. While recaulking seals and replacing weatherstripping around windows are simple DIY projects, you'll need more money and time to upgrade insulation inside walls. You can check out Energy Star's Home Improvement Savings tool to see incentives, rebates and tax credits in your area. If you're a renter, consider telling your landlord about these resources.
Telegraph
4 days ago
- Business
- Telegraph
Landlords can force tenants to pay for insulation demanded by Miliband
Landlords will be able to pass on the cost of upgrading rental properties to tenants, the Government has admitted. Ed Miliband's net zero rules will require all rental properties to meet a minimum energy performance certificate rating of C by 2030. Despite the Energy Secretary's insistence that landlords will not put up rents to reach new efficiency targets, a minister has now said there are grounds for 'higher market rents'. The Conservatives say rents could rise as much as £4,000 a year to cover the cost of upgrading older properties or to match lower rental housing supply when landlords sell up. But Mr Miliband has previously said that when past standards were introduced 'we didn't see rent increases', and pointed to government schemes that help with the cost of insulation and heat pumps. The Government claims tenants will save £240 a year on their energy bills if their homes are better insulated. Sarah Sackman, a justice minister, has now admitted to Parliament that the cost of upgrading properties can legally be passed onto renters, paving the way for significant rises over the next five years. She was asked by Kevin Hollinrake, the shadow housing secretary, whether rents could legally be increased because of the cost of net zero upgrades if a tenant challenged a rise in court. Ms Sackman said that 'expenditure on the upgrading of an energy performance certificate to a higher level of energy efficiency is a material consideration, which may result, in certain circumstances, in a higher market rent being determined'. The admission comes despite Mr Miliband's insistence that the new rules will not push up rents. Asked in February whether the rules would impact the cost of housing, he told LBC: 'There is some government help, we're looking at what more can be provided. 'There are some local grants, there's the boiler upgrade scheme. When this was done before with a less exacting standard, we didn't see rent increases and half of landlords already do this.' Announcing the policy earlier this year, the Government said that it would 'save private renters £240 per year on average on their energy bills'. Calls to abandon net zero But Mr Hollinrake told The Telegraph: 'Red Ed promised to reduce everyone's bills but his mad dash to net zero is picking people's pockets. 'Not content with sending bills skyrocketing, hardworking families' rents are now in his crosshairs. Maybe this confession will make him finally realise that Labour's war on landlords just leaves renters worse off. 'He needs to heed our calls to abandon net zero by 2050 and fast, or working families and Middle England will continue to be clobbered by his eco cult.' Separate analysis found the policy is likely to push up rental prices by up to £4,000 a year for tenants. Some landlords say they would prefer to sell historic homes with poor energy efficiency than be forced to undertake extensive renovation to meet the standard. Ben Beadle, chief executive of the National Residential Landlords Association, called in February for ministers to pursue a 'realistic' version of the policy. 'The chronic shortage of tradespeople to carry out energy efficiency works needs to be addressed, alongside a targeted financial package to support investments in the work required,' he said. 'Gentler trajectory' Rob Wall, assistant director at the British Property Federation, said it would be ' challenging ' for all properties to meet the standard required. He said: 'We would like to have seen recognition of the time lost reflected through a gentler trajectory, to provide the sector with sufficient time and support to carry out necessary work.' A Department of Energy Security and Net Zero spokesman has said: 'Everyone deserves to live in a warm, comfortable home. 'We have recently consulted on plans to require private landlords to meet higher energy performance standards, which will help deliver cheaper-to-heat homes. 'These plans could lift up to half a million households out of fuel poverty by 2030, while also making renters hundreds of pounds better off.'
Associated Press
4 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
The Center by Lendistry Launches Main Street Goes Green to Help Small Businesses Save Money and Build Resilience
New program offers sustainable solutions for California's small businesses, contractors, and communities LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / May 27, 2025 / The Center by Lendistry today announced the launch of Main Street Goes Green, a new initiative designed to help California's small businesses, contractors, and local governments to build energy efficient and resilient communities. From extreme heat to rising utility bills, small businesses-especially those in under-resourced communities-are facing environmental and economic challenges. Yet many lack the time, tools, or funding to take action. Main Street Goes Green fills that gap by offering practical, easy-to-use resources and hands-on support to help business owners adopt smart energy practices and cut operating costs. 'Too often, resilience conversations leave out the very people at the heart of our communities-our small business owners,' said Tunua Thrash-Ntuk, President & CEO of The Center by Lendistry. 'This initiative brings energy discussions down to earth, making it accessible, affordable, and actionable for the businesses that fuel our local economies.' The initiative features two core components: A one-stop resource hub offering: Main Street Goes Green Accelerator Now accepting applications through June 13, the Accelerator is a fully funded program valued at $7,500 per participant. Selected small businesses will receive: Eligible small businesses must be: This program is made possible through generous support from the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), Federal Home Loan Bank San Francisco's 2024 AHEAD Grant, Pacific Premier Bank, and First Citizens Bank. To learn more and apply, visit: Whether a business is just starting its energy efficient journey or looking to deepen its impact, Main Street Goes Green was designed to meet them where they are-and help them move forward. About The Center by Lendistry The Center by Lendistry is a nonprofit organization that supports diverse small businesses through education, technical assistance, and access to competitive financing. Our mission is to close the wealth gap by anchoring small businesses and the communities where they do business. To learn more about our work, visit Contact Information Amy Rosenfeld Pivotal Strategies (310) 621-2174 SOURCE: Lendistry press release
