energy efficiency News
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Science for energy-efficient aluminium smelting
Primary production of aluminium is highly energy intensive, and reducing the amount of energy used will assist the industry in maintaining competitiveness. The ‘breakthrough technologies for primary aluminium’ research cluster brings together researchers from Swinburne University of Technology, the University of Auckland, the University of New South Wales, the University of Queensland, and the ...
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Advantage by energy efficiency
When you speak of energy efficiency in thermal soil remediation, you cannot get past the VacuDry – technology. econ industries’ VacuDry technology has an energy efficiency of more than 80%. Concretely, 80% of the energy of the source fuel is transferred to the soil as thermal energy. A highly efficient boiler/burner unit ensures an exceptionally effective heat transfer from the ...
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ACEEE Announces New Board Members
ACEEE is pleased to announce that Kathrin Winkler of EMC and Michael Sachse of OPower have joined the ACEEE Board of Directors. Ms. Winkler is senior vice president and chief sustainability officer of EMC, a global leader in accelerating the role of information technology to drive economic and energy efficiency. The company builds information infrastructure products and services that help IT ...
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Energy efficient products from Fluid Dynamics
As building operators seek to find more environmentally-friendly solutions to limescale, Fluid Dynamics reports an upsurge of interest from the industrial and commercial sectors for its Colloid-A-Tron and Scaletron catalytic water conditioners.Eliminating the need for aggressive chemicals and manual de-scaling and requiring no power supply, the performance of these units has been verified during ...
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Smart meters: are they a cure for energy blindness?
No doubt smart meters are a good thing, but even their most ardent fans must admit that a degree of hoopla surrounds these little digital boxes. We hear that if consumers can just see how much power they use in real time, and what it costs, our energy woes will be no more. Smart meters will even cure the blind. The energy blind that is. "It can be difficult to separate the hype from legitimate ...
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Free Webinar - WEEE, RoHS & Energy Efficiency in South America 2016
This free webinar will provide attendees with a comprehensive update on new and changing regulations concerning WEEE, RoHS and energy efficiency in South America. Presenter: Keith Ripley, Temas Actuales On Tuesday May 17th, 2016. Live 8:00 PDT – 11:00 EDT – 16:00 BST ...
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Romania Joins International Renewables Partnership
Romania has become a formal partner of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP) today. Minister of Economy and Commerce Ioan Codrut Seres has signed the Partnership on Romania’s behalf, in the presence of Ambassador Robin Barnett as a representative of the UK which launched REEEP in 2002. Romania is the 33rd country to have become a partner of this international ...
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EU experts discuss energy-efficient construction and climate change in the Alpine region
At Dobrovo Castle in Goriška Brda a two-day Alpine Convention seminar entitled 'Energy-efficient construction with regard to adjustments to climate change in the Alpine region' starts today. It will be attended by experts on energy-efficient construction, climate change, and population and culture. The advantages and opportunities of energy-efficient construction in the Alpine region will be ...
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EPA recognizes city of medford, Mass. With energy star awards
The US Environmental Protection Agency is recognizing six buildings in Medford, Mass. receiving ENERGY STAR labels in 2010. Receiving an ENERGY STAR label means these six buildings, including five schools and the City Hall, scored in the top 25% for energy use in similar buildings. Medford was also a recipient of an ARRA Energy Efficiency Community Block Grant (EECBG), which assisted the town in ...
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Kubota New SP-A Series
Kubota released new SP-A series submerged membrane units, enabling even more energy efficient MBR plant operation with more membrane areas per footprint. The largest SP900-A has 900 ...
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EU-US Energy Star programme adopted in Europe
The Council adopted today the new Regulation for implementing the EU-US Energy Star programme in the EU. This Regulation requires EU institutions and central Member State government authorities to use energy efficiency criteria no less demanding than those defined in the Energy Star programme when purchasing office equipment. Energy Star is part of the Community strategy to better manage energy ...
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New TINA reports published on energy efficiency innovation and carbon emissions reduction in homes, buildings and industry
In-depth reports have been published on innovation to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in domestic and non-domestic buildings and the industrial sector. The analysis, additions to the range of Technology Innovation Needs Assessments (TINAs), examines the cost reduction and economic growth benefits of energy efficiency and carbon emissions reduction, alongside the key hurdles ...
By Carbon Trust
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EC proposes new directive to cut fuel consumption as well as emissions
The European Commission today said substantial reductions in fuel consumption, as well as CO2 and pollutant emissions, should be made from road vehicles. It adopted a new proposal arguing that large cuts could be achieved by public authorities procuring clean and energy efficient vehicles for public transport services and introducing them into their fleet. Citizens living in urban areas will be ...
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MEPs to debate energy labelling of products
Wednesday afternoon sees MEPs debate a report from Parliament's Energy Committee that calls for energy savings of 20% by 2020 to be made through increased efficiency. Among its proposals are up-to-date energy-labelling and minimum standards for electrical goods. Drafted by British Liberal Fiona Hall, it calls for a 'holistic' approach to energy saving that will include buildings, transport and ...
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Statement of Steven Nadel, ACEEE Executive Director, on the President’s Climate Change Address
Today President Obama announced a plan to step up America’s efforts to address climate change. We are gratified that the President’s plan recognizes that “Energy efficiency is one of the clearest and most cost-effective opportunities to save families money, make our businesses more competitive, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. “ Revisions to energy efficiency ...
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Munters receives data center cooling order in the US
Munters Group AB (MTRS), a global leader in energy efficient air treatment and climate solutions, has received an order in the US for a value of approximately USDm 25. Munters has received an order to provide cooling solutions for a Data Center in the US. The total value of the order is approximately USDm 25. Munters will deliver Oasis™ Indirect Evaporative Cooling units and the order is ...
By Munters
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Grundfos – the Perfect Match in Brazil
World-class sports events call for world-class surroundings fitted with the very best pump solutions. When the referee sets the ball rolling in Brazil this summer, there will not only be adrenalin pumping through the veins of players and spectators alike – there will be a number of Grundfos solutions pumping away as well. When it comes to supplying innovative pump solutions to iconic ...
By Grundfos
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EPA launches fall tour to help Americans fight climate change and save money
Today EPA is kicking off “Change the World, Start with Energy Star” events across the country, encouraging kids and their families to fight climate change while saving energy and money. EPA partnerships with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) and Parent Teacher Organizations Today (PTO Today) will engage young people in energy efficiency service projects in their communities and ...
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Sandra Sassow, CEO speaking at Sustainablity Live 2014
SEaB Energy’s CEO, Sandra Sassow, will be speaking at the Sustainability Live Event in April. Sustainability Live is the UK’s ultimate event for energy efficiency, energy recovery, water and waste water management. To register to attend the event and to see Sandra present please follow the link below: ...
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3C strengthens CDM/JI Division
Frankfurt - On January 1st, 2007, Dr. Martin Kruska joined the 3C Group as Head of CDM/JI. Martin is one of the most renowned German experts in the fields of energy efficiency and emissions trading. Taking him on board, 3C has further strengthened its position as one of the leading companies for sourcing Certified Emission Reductions (CER), Emission Reduction Units (ERU) and Verified Emission ...
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