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Webinar series from DOE on building envelope technologies

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Building Alliance and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) are kicking off a new webinar series focused on advancing envelope technologies in commercial buildings. The webinars will serve as an opportunity for commercial building owners, operators and facility managers to discuss and learn about the latest innovations and best practices in increasing ...

May 16, 2016

By US Green Building Council / International Conference and Expo

Savings in energy costs and environment-friendly profile motivate demand for energy-efficient UPS

Rising energy costs and declining power quality has brought the concept of energy-efficient UPS systems into the limelight. Energy efficiency implies reducing power losses and ensuring highest power availability to consumers. In addition to cost savings, energy-efficient UPS systems promote the green aspect by reducing carbon emissions. However, these benefits come at a high initial price. ...

Mar. 5, 2008

By Frost & Sullivan

Energy security - an imperative for the EU

The recent gas crisis that has affected several EU countries, leaving them without gas in the coldest of winter weather, has put energy security as one of the highest priorities on the EU's agenda. At the meeting on 19 February, the Energy Council adopted conclusions on the Commission's communication 'Second Strategic Energy Review - an EU energy security and solidarity action plan', which was ...

Feb. 24, 2009

By EU Council of Ministers

DOE to invest up to US$366m in energy innovation hubs

DOE outlined plans on December 22, 2009, to invest up to $366 million to establish and operate three new Energy Innovation Hubs, each of which will focus on accelerating research and development in a key energy area. The three hubs will focus on producing fuels directly from sunlight; improving energy-efficient building systems design; and developing advanced nuclear reactors. Each hub, to be ...

Jan. 6, 2010

By U.S. Department of Energy - Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

CSR minute: Marriott named leading sustainable hotel chain by climate counts; dow corning silicone tech featured at green building asia conference

Marriott has been named as the leading global hotel chain in sustainability by Climate Counts, a nonprofit that scores the world’s largest companies on efforts to shrink their carbon footprint. According to its latest ranking of major hotel companies, Marriott is at the top of the list, followed by Starwood, Hyatt, Wyndham, Hilton, and Carlson. All the companies but Hilton raised their ...

Mar. 3, 2011

By 3BL Media

Obama administration launches $130 million building energy efficiency effort

The Obama Administration announced on February 12 a multi-agency initiative to spur regional economic growth while making buildings more energy efficient. Seven federal agencies issued a combined Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) of up to $129.7 million over five years to create a regional research center. The center will develop new building efficiency technologies and work with local ...

Feb. 12, 2010

By U.S. Department of Energy - Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

Global Revenue for Commercial Energy-Efficient HVAC Systems Is Expected to Reach $47.5 Billion in 2024

A new report from Navigant Research analyzes the global market for seven energy-efficient technologies that are the primary components of commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, including market forecasts for revenue, through 2024. HVAC equipment accounts for nearly 40 percent of total global building energy consumption, while commercial buildings consume about 12 ...

Aug. 4, 2015

By Navigant Consulting, Inc. (NCI)

The Umberto NXT Generation has a new offspring – NXT Efficency!

The complete program system to establish, analyse and refine material, energy and cost efficiency of production systems. Main highlights in Umberto NXT Efficiency: Sankey presentation of materials, energy and expenditure Both linear and non-linear process specifications Freely definable parameters Hierarchical modelling using subnets Fully equipped with copy & paste and ...

Dec. 3, 2013

By ifu Hamburg GmbH

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Has Announced up to $133 million in New and Innovative Advanced Vehicle Technologies

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced up to $133 million in new and innovative advanced vehicle technologies research as part of FFY 2020. This funding supports research that will lead to more affordable, efficient, and secure transportation energy. Managed through the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), this funding opportunity supports ...

Jan. 28, 2020

By Natural Gas Vehicle for America (NGV)

DOE Announces Nearly $20 Million to Accelerate Energy Efficient Transportation and Systems

On December 15, the Energy Department announced $19.7 million, subject to appropriations, to support research and development of advanced vehicle technologies, including batteries, lightweight materials, and advanced combustion engines, as well as innovative technologies for energy efficient mobility. Investments in advanced, energy efficient transportation technologies and systems are seen as ...

Dec. 16, 2016

By Smart Grid Observer

Energy savings draw consumers to Energy-Efficient Lighting Systems, Finds Frost & Sullivan

The rising environmental consciousness of end users as well as new energy-efficiency requirements have opened up a large market for energy-efficient lighting equipment in North America. Consumers are eager to not only adopt products that have the least impact on the environment, but also reduce energy consumption. As lighting accounts for more than 20 percent of primary energy use in commercial ...

Jul. 19, 2012

By Frost & Sullivan

Energy Savings Draw Consumers to Energy-Efficient Lighting Systems, Finds Frost & Sullivan

The rising environmental consciousness of end users as well as new energy-efficiency requirements have opened up a large market for energy-efficient lighting equipment in North America. Consumers are eager to not only adopt products that have the least impact on the environment, but also reduce energy consumption. As lighting accounts for more than 20 percent of primary energy use in commercial ...

Jul. 19, 2012

By Frost & Sullivan

SIMONA introduces Energy Management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 50001

Sustainable energy supply and greater energy efficiency Kirn, 26/09/2012. SIMONA AG is one of the first plastics processing companies worldwide to introduce an Energy Management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 50001. The goals are sustainable energy supply at affordable prices and an increase in energy efficiency. The Energy Management system is aimed at reducing production costs, ...

Sep. 26, 2012

By Simona AG

Micro-CHP projections to 2020 reveal new opportunities for sector in Europe

Micro-CHP technologies are the latest addition to the combined heat and power (CHP) family, entering the market as Europe shifts towards a consumer-led, low-carbon and efficient energy system. Leading markets for micro-CHP include Germany, the UK and the Netherlands. However, in order to speed up market deployment across Europe, the industry needs a more conducive policy framework, greater ...

Mar. 25, 2014

By COGEN Europe

State aid: Commission approves €57 million Croatian support for the modernisation of Zagreb’s energy efficient district heating system

The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, Croatian plans to support the modernisation of an energy efficient district heating system in the city of Zagreb, Croatia. The €57 million investment aid will support the modernisation of the hot water network through the replacement of deteriorated pipelines by the beneficiary of the aid, HEP District Heating. The project, ...

Nov. 28, 2019

By Europe`s Energy Portal

Demand for energy-efficiency offers high potential for electric drives in the European Chemical Industry

The increasing demand for energy-efficient systems coupled with the need for reliability in process applications offers significant potential for electric drives in the European chemical industry. Despite the economic slowdown and declining industrial output in the European chemical industry, the electric drives market is anticipated to sustain its growth rates due to the need for infrastructural ...

Jun. 4, 2009

By Frost & Sullivan

Alaska Signs Energy Performance Contract with Ameresco to Increase Energy Efficiency in State Facilities

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC), a leading energy efficiency and renewable energy company, announced today that it has entered into a Professional Services Agreement for Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) with the State of Alaska encompassing all State of Alaska and University of Alaska Fairbanks facilities. Under this agreement, Ameresco has been selected by ...

Apr. 26, 2011

By Ameresco, Inc.

Epsten Group Helps Revitalize Blighted Neighborhood, One LEED Platinum Building at a Time

With the announcement of LEED Platinum Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for their 9,000 square-foot office building, Epsten Group continues to demonstrate that the firm doesn’t just talk the talk when it comes to sustainable design. Like their previous space, which was the first LEED Platinum in Atlanta, the new office is located in ...

Nov. 15, 2011

By The Epsten Group, Inc.

Launch of IEA Policy Pathway: A Tale of Renewed Cities

Join us for a Webinar on July 10 Register Now Live webinar featuring Maria van der Hoeven, IEA Executive Director Didier Houssin, IEA Director of Sustainable Energy Policy and Technology John Dulac, Energy Analyst, Sustainable Energy Policy and Technology Directorate For the launch of the report A Tale of Renewed Cities: A policy guide on how to transform cities by improving energy ...

Jul. 2, 2013

By International Energy Agency

Success for ebeaver at World Bioenergy 2010

“This exceeds our wildest expectations. We’ve met exactly the right people here at this fair. It’s unbelievable.” Johan Dagman, one of the men behind the ebeaver, is having a hard time finding the words to describe his success: Three days of the fair and three machines sold! The radio-controlled mini-harvester of biomass was predicted to be a major attraction at World ...

Oct. 21, 2010

By Elmia AB

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