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NASA technologies come down to Earth
NASA is joining forces with Integrated Building Solutions (IBS) to tackle a new frontier – the energy efficiency of buildings.
Power ‘plogg’ makes it easier to save energy
In a bid to save energy, concerned consumers are switching off appliances. But switching off which appliance will save most energy?
Solid-state lighting gets $66 million boost
The US Department of Energy has announced a $37 million boost for next generation solid-state lighting, which could prove ten times more energy efficient than traditional incandescent lighting.
UK is on course to over-achieve carbon targets
The UK is on course to over-achieve on its carbon reduction target of 34% and cut emissions by 36% on 1990 levels by 2020, according to the Government.
Canada to invest $146 million in clean energy projects
The Government of Canada is to invest up to $146 million over the next five years in 19 clean energy projects spanning energy use in buildings, community heat generation, renewables and energy storage.
Smart elevator control system cuts energy consumption 10%
Japanese giant Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has developed an elevator control system that can reduce energy consumption by 10%.
US promises to pursue manufacturers failing to meet efficiency standards
The US Department of Energy says it will “aggressively pursue” any manufacturers whose appliances do not meet energy efficiency standards.
Obama unveils $2.3 billion tax credit for clean energy
US President Barack Obama has unveiled a $2.3 billion tax credit for clean energy that he says will boost jobs and tackle climate change.
US to support energy efficiency projects in Latin America
The US Department of Energy is to support three projects in Latin America aimed at expanding the development and use of energy efficiency technologies and renewables.
Energy efficient IT to get $115 million boost
IT and communications giants including IBM, Hewlett-Packard and Yahoo! are to receive a $47 million boost from the US Department of Energy to improve energy efficiency.