Energy saving technologies news articles 
New PV installation supports BRE’s ‘S Plan’ sustainability initiative
As part of its wide-ranging sustainability strategy (The S Plan), BRE has now completed the commissioning of a new roof-mounted photovoltaic (PV) solar array at its large research and office complex in Garston near Watford. Designed and installed by MCS accredited PV specialists South Facing, the new system has been installed to help reduce BRE’s carbon footprint. BRE’s S Plan sets out a four-year programme of continuous improvement across eight ... [more]
Wind turbine installed for Gloucestershire Farmer
A Gloucestershire dairy farmer is reaping the benefits of installing a new 10kW wind turbine installed by renewable company Ploughcroft that will see him making savings on energy costs and income from Feed in Tariff of up to £7,000 per year. Mr Godsell, who runs a 200 head dairy farm near Stroud, was looking for a source of sustainable energy for his dairying business that would complement his existing renewable technologies. Calculations b... [more]
The future role of fossil power generation (2/2)
Start-up reliability In the context of stabilisation of the grid, the aim is to respond to changes in demand as quickly as possible. Power plants with short start-up times can feed extra power into the grid at short notice. It is already apparent in some power generation markets that load dispatchers are giving preference to power plants with short start-up times. Playing the spot market (tertiary reserve) is particularly attractive for power pl... [more]
OFTEC dismayed at DECC announcement on Renewable Heat Incentive and Renewable Heat Premium Payment Scheme
OFTEC has expressed dismay at the announcement last week by DECC to delay the introduction of a Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) for domestic users. In a letter to the Greg Barker, the Minister of State for Climate and Energy Change, OFTEC asked for reassurance that oil heating consumers would not be disadvantaged by the decision to postpone phase two of the RHI until 2013, and in the interim to extend the Renewable Heat Premium Payment Scheme (RHP... [more]
CRH releases its 2011 annual report - Environment and Climate Change is one of the areas they have focused on
To become a responsible international leader in building materials delivering superior performance and growth, CRH has embedded the twin concepts of sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) throughout its activities. CRH is committed to managing, in a sustainable and responsible manner, all aspects of its operations relating to employees, customers, neighbours, local communities, shareholders and other stakeholders. Sustain... [more]
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$49 energy-saving computer wants to help people connect to the web
Taiwan-based computer chip manufacturer VIA Technologies Inc. has unveiled an inexpensive and compact computer, hoping to help drive innovation in the compact computing market.
Government to polish procedure of preferences to facilitate energy saving in Ukraine
Ukrainian Prime Minister Mykola Azarov believes it necessary to polish the procedure of providing preferences to facilitate the introduction of energy saving technologies in Ukraine.
New Report: Ohio’s Existing Energy Efficiency Standard is Creating Jobs and Saving Millions in Energy Costs Statewide
A new report released today reveals that Ohio’s existing energy efficiency standard has saved businesses and consumers statewide $100 million in utility costs, cut energy waste and created more than 4,000 new jobs in Ohio.
Saving Money, Gaining Energy Independence: ESPCs with the U.S. Government
The U.S. federal government uses a lot of energy. In fact, it is the world's largest single consumer of energy. According to a recent government memo, the organization incurred approximately $20 billion in energy costs in FY 2010 alone. Of that, $7 billion was for energy consumption in federal buildings.
New Energy Appoints Proven Executive to Introduce Company’s Novel Electricity-Generating Technologies to Industry
New Energy Technologies, Inc. , a developer of SolarWindow™, capable of generating electricity on see-through glass, today announced plans to introduce the Company’s novel electricity-generating technologies to commercial interests and industry participants with the appointment of its Vice President of Business & Technology Development, Mr.
Phoenix Energy Technologies Secures $5 Million Investment to Fuel Growth and Increase Enterprise Energy Management ...
Phoenix Energy Technologies announced today that it has secured a $5 million joint investment from Five Peaks Capital Management and Bluff Point Associates. The financing will fuel
The Building Energy Efficiency Technologies and Services Market 2012-2022
NEW YORK, May 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: The Building Energy Efficiency Technologies and Services Market 2012-2022 ...
Forum powers eco-smart business
BUSINESS leaders can learn about the latest energy saving technologies at an ecoBiz Network forum.
Smart Refrigerators
Which innovations show true intelligence? Energy-saving refrigerators, it’s universally agreed, are a smart idea. But are “smart” refrigerators energy-saving? Finding an answer to that question is a convoluted process, and the result is to no small extent contingent on defining “smart.”
LG Electronics Brings New, Innovative Energy-Efficient Commercial HVAC Solutions To LEED-Focused Architects
WASHINGTON, May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Addressing the needs of architects seeking more energy efficiency and flexibility in HVAC solutions, LG Electronics is highlighting its award-winning variable refrigerant ...
