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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 ...
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BPA Launches New Energy Efficiency Tracking System, Expediting Processing Times by 25%
BPA launched its new Energy Efficiency Tracking System known as BEETS last fall, and early results show significant improvements for customers compared to the previous solution. Since the launch on Oct. 3, 2022, customers have reported over 7,000 energy efficiency measures and projects, resulting in over $7 million in EE incentive payments and 66 million kilowatt-hour savings processed. Much is ...
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Save Fuel – Reduce Emission – Earn Money! OptiSave - Frequency Converter Automation
OptiSaveTM Frequency Converter Automation On February 26, DESMI and IntraMare invited to an OptiSaveTM seminar in Athens, Greece, where the participants discussed the benefits of OptiSaveTM, the energy efficiency system that saves tons of fuel oil for the benefit of the environment and your finances. OptiSaveTM is for both retrofit and new builds, and if you install OptiSaveTM in your ...
By DESMI A/S
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Breaking ground for measurement systems
On the 15th of November the ground-breaking ceremony for the new building extension of the local premises was held by the NIVUS managing directors Udo Steppe, Ingrid Steppe and Marcus Fischer together with the mayor of Eppingen, Peter Thalmann. Architects and representatives of the involved project companies also attended the ceremony. NIVUS expands its head office by new areas for production, ...
By NIVUS GmbH
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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. ...
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Helping small businesses to be sustainable can make a huge difference to the environment, says ACCA
Policy makers, regulators and finance professionals must help small businesses adopt sustainable business practices – since their huge environmental impact is currently being overlooked, says ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants). Despite representing more than 90% of global businesses and accounting, on average, for 50% of gross domestic product and 63% of employment ...
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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 ...
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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, ...
By Simona AG
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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 ...
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Energy efficiency of local food distribution can match globalised systems
Some scientists have suggested that, when all potential inefficiencies are accounted for, local food distribution systems may be less sustainable than globalised systems. However, new research examining the behaviour of participants in local food networks in France suggests that they can be as energy efficient as globalised systems. Under globalised food systems, produce is often transported ...
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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 ...
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PEEK, polyimide and polyamides for high-performance gears
Whether in AdBlue or oil pumps, mass-balancing differentials, electric engines or sensor systems for car interiors—the expected performance levels for gears made of synthetic materials are continually on the rise. This calls for the development of gear systems that can operate in dry and lubricated conditions, not just in vehicles, but also in machinery and equipment. Evonik offers suitable ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
By COGEN Europe
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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 ...
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Energy Department Announces $13.4 Million Investment in Community-based Advanced Transportation Projects
Recently, (8/23), the Energy Department (DOE) announced $13.4 million in support of five new cost-shared, community-based projects focused on energy efficient mobility systems including connected and autonomous vehicles and alternative fuel vehicles and infrastructure including natural gas, propane, biofuels, hydrogen, and electricity. The Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) funding is seen as an ...
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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, ...
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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 ...
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DOE to Build Next-Generation Supercomputer at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced that Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory's National Energy Research Scientific Computing (NERSC) Center has signed a contract with Cray for NERSC's next-generation supercomputer, a pre-exascale machine slated to be delivered in 2020. Named "Perlmutter," in honor of Berkeley Lab's Nobel Prize winning astrophysicist Saul Perlmutter, it is the ...
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