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Europe targets lighting and set-top boxes in efficiency legislation
European Union member states have endorsed proposals for new legislation that will reduce energy consumption by improving the efficiency of lighting and set-top boxes.
Is energy-saving lighting always best for the environment?
Researchers from Yale University have found that switching to compact fluorescent lights may not always be best for the environment.
UK businesses ‘unaware’ of energy efficiency incentives
Over 90% of UK businesses are unaware of Government incentives to improve energy efficiency, according to a survey by air conditioning company Daikin UK.
UK TV campaign to ‘switch off’
The UK Government has launched a major energy efficiency advertising campaign to help individuals cut usage and reduce fuel bills.
Teenagers get their own energy efficiency campaign
The US Department of Energy and the Advertising Council have released a series of advertisements aimed at teenagers to encourage the efficient use of energy around the home.
Chevron says ‘I will’ to energy efficiency
Energy company Chevron yesterday launched the ‘I will’ campaign in the US aimed at raising awareness of energy efficiency and conservation issues.
Philips Lumileds lights up the street
A white paper from Philips Lumileds points to a bright future for solid-state light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for street lighting.
US Secretary of Energy urges industry to be more energy efficient
In an open letter to industry, US Secretary of Energy Samuel W. Bodman has urged industry leaders to join national efforts to improve the energy efficiency of buildings.
South Africa champions energy efficiency
South Africa’s Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka has announced details of an initiative that aims to shift the nation towards the efficient and sustainable use of electricity.
Panama launches energy-saving ‘Operation Light Bulb’
In a measure designed to reduce soaring energy consumption, the president of Panama, Martin Torrijos, has announced plans to distribute six million energy-saving light bulbs.