New technology could make fridges cheaper and more eco-friendly
Using thermogalvanic technology as cooling mechanism may significantly reduce power usage, research says
A novel use of technology could make refrigerators cheaper and more environmentally friendly, according to a report.
Domestic refrigerators and freezers consumed close to 4% of global electricity in 2019, according to one estimate, so an innovation that significantly reduces their power usage would not be insignificant.
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