LED streetlights perform best overall in terms of energy efficiency, lifetime, environmental impact and costs, according to the first comprehensive analysis by US engineers.
New York Governor David A. Paterson yesterday announced a $40 million investment to improve the energy efficiency of the state’s schools, universities and colleges, hospitals and not-for-profit agencies.
US Energy Secretary Steven Chu earlier this week announced a $100 million investment in cutting-edge research into energy storage, electrical power technology and building efficiency.
US President Barack Obama’s ambitious plans to weatherise nearly 600,000 have fallen well short of target, according to a report.
Transport for London unveiled the UK’s largest hydrogen fuel cell on Friday that will be used to power its headquarters, saving £90,000 a year on bills and cutting emissions 40%.
New energy efficient street lighting in the UK city of Coventry could save up to 40% on energy bills thanks to an innovative management system allowing lighting levels to be dimmed when needed.
Seven US federal agencies, including the Department of Energy, are joining forces to fund research into improving building efficiency.
A new Government initiative is challenging the lighting industry to develop ultra energy efficient lighting for UK homes.
Widespread installation of ‘smart’ windows that change colour to moderate internal temperatures and lighting could save around 5% of the total US energy budget, claim researchers.
The UK government-backed Carbon Trust has launched an online advice service for small businesses to help them cut energy use and costs.