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Novel design yields energy-efficient air conditioner
by Martin LaMonica Font size Print E-mail Share 17 comments Share Abandoning the mechanics common in today’s air conditioners could slash energy use and summertime electricity bills, according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Researchers at NREL recently detailed an air conditioning system that does away with the power-hungry condenser and compressor in traditional air … Continue reading
‘Whole new scale’ of support needed for energy-efficient homes
Latest news 02 June 2010 A “whole new scale” of support is required to move forward in the bid to make buildings carbon neutral. This is according to councillor Nigel Murphy, executive member for the environment at Manchester City Council. He said: “The start we have made in supporting homeowners and landlords to implement energy … Continue reading
Demand for energy-efficient boilers ‘to pick up’
Latest news 02 June 2010 Energy-efficient boilers and solar panels are likely to be in increased demand later in the year. This is the opinion of Mike Southall, national sales manager at Buderus, which designs and manufactures modern low carbon heating technologies. “We feel fairly confident that View the Original article
Government makes commitment to energy-efficient buildings
Latest news 18 May 2010 Business Green has reported that a spokeswoman for the Department of Energy and Climate Change said major energy-efficiency measures are to be taken to cut the government’s carbon dioxide emissions. According to the representative, the government intends to deliver a ten per cent reduction in public sector emissions. Upgrades to … Continue reading