Intel is using hot water to cut natural gas use in its factories

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The clean room at Intel's new Fab 34 in Ireland. Credit: Intel
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The clean room at Intel's new Fab 34 in Ireland. Credit: Intel

Industrial heat recovery is an untapped opportunity that could save an estimated $152.5bn in annual energy costs globally

Intel's new manufacturing plant in Leixlip, Ireland, which cost $18.5bn to build, is replete with technologies touted for conserving energy and water including programmable, all-LED lighting and a water...

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