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LED streetlights perform best overall, say engineers
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 promises $40 million to improve energy efficiency
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 invests $100 million cutting-edge energy research
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.
Obama’s weatherisation plans fall short of target, says report
US President Barack Obama’s ambitious plans to weatherise nearly 600,000 have fallen well short of target, according to a report.
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UK’s largest fuel cell to power Transport for London
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%.
Coventry to install energy efficient ‘dimmable’ street lights
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.
US launches multi-agency initiative to boost building efficiency
Seven US federal agencies, including the Department of Energy, are joining forces to fund research into improving building efficiency.
UK Government challenges lighting industry to improve efficiency
A new Government initiative is challenging the lighting industry to develop ultra energy efficient lighting for UK homes.
Smart windows could save 5% of total US energy budget
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.
Carbon Trust to help businesses cut energy use with a single click
The UK government-backed Carbon Trust has launched an online advice service for small businesses to help them cut energy use and costs.