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Energy Efficiency Week in the U.S. Congress

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Congress ChamberU.S. Congressional hearings are set this week for proposed energy efficiency legislation and programs, like Home Star and Building Star, which primarily focus on residential home and commercial energy efficiency and rebating those who outfit their homes or commercial locations accordingly. Check out the New York Times online Green Wire post for detailed information on these and other exciting energy efficiency legislation slated to be reviewed this week in Congress.

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Click on picture to view downloadable U.S. DOE Energy Posters

2010 continues to be the year of energy efficiency, and the positive attention it is receiving from venture capital markets, consumers, the European Union and U.S. Governmental bodies are market drivers that contend it’s here to stay.

Why not have products and facilities that waste energy use that energy more efficiently? It saves energy resources, which in turn saves money, reduces unnecessary climate warming environmental waste, and can ultimately lower the cost of energy altogether. Our future depends on conserving energy in a practical manner and that future is now.

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Survey Says – Energy Efficiency #1 Attribute for Consumers

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

green-1A new survey conducted by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) finds consumers want energy efficient technology to save them money. In fact, it’s the #1 attribute consumers look for when purchasing new appliances. (UL is an independent certification organization that has been testing and creating standards for electronics and other products for over a century.)

A recent Consumer Electronics Association study  corroborates this data but goes even further by indicating that consumers believe energy efficient electronics will save them money. And they’re right - energy efficient electronics will reduce the electricity that is used; thus, reducing the cost to operate that specific electronic.

appliancesAnd the government is well aware of this data. According to Steven Chu, the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, ”Appliances consume a huge amount of our electricity, so there’s enormous potential to both save energy and save families money every month” Cash for Appliances is a government program to replace old inefficient appliances with more efficient Energy Star approved ones. Learn more about how to take advantage of appliance rebates.

Much like the Universal Charging Solution, an industry-wide effort led by the GSMA to standardize cell phone chargers, the program is well intended and will save money, energy and help reduce harmful CO2; BUT, Cash for Appliances still misses the larger picture of eliminating wasted energy that occurs when the appliance is plugged in but not in use or serving its primary function.

Vampire Energy Loss, often times called Vampire or Standby Power, is a parasitic blip suffered by most electronic devices – whether it’s a cell phone charger, microwave, laptop, washer or flat screen. If they are left plugged in and are electronic, then they most likely suck electricity when they are not being used. Through Energy Star, vampire power is slightly reduced in most products but not eliminated. If the aim is to be truly energy efficient, then vampire energy loss must be annihilated. The technology exists and should be utilized more effectively.

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‘Watt’ to expect from eliminating Vampire Energy Loss?

Thursday, September 10th, 2009

Today, more than ever, the consensus on energy is that it needs to be used efficiently, but watt does that mean exactly?

What approach makes the most sense? Should global citizens expect able governments to mandate efficiency standards? Does that mean governments and utilities should come togethergreen-evil-charger-no-vampire-labs to fund and implement smart grid technology on the distribution side? Do manufacturers take the lead to make sure they are supplying the most energy efficient products possible with available technology? Or, do consumers expect their new electronic and appliance products to already be as energy efficient as possible? Or, should global citizens take it upon themselves to use their energy wisely by ensuring they buy the most energy efficient products on the market?

Optimally, a holistic approach that answers ‘Yes’ to all of the above questions is ideal. However, complex problems need to be addressed from all angles.  Where does a nation, or planet, start?

Take South Korea for example, the 26th most populous nation in the world, has made efforts over 2008 and 2009 to reduce vampire energy loss in all electronics and appliances to 1 watt by 2010. Products that do not meet this standard are fashioned with a yellow warning sticker. Their efforts are already beginning to pay off. According to South Korea’s Ministry of Knowledge Economy, “South Korea can expect to save nearly $45 Million worth of energy every year.”

While we strongly believe their target should be 0 watt loss, South Korea’s efforts can provide a tasty sample to the global community of the power our technology offers by addressing vampire energy loss in the most prolific and universal products in the world.

Consider this: the United States ranks 4th in global population; the European Union is 3rd with India and China claiming the top 2 spots. If only 2 of the 4 most populous (and seemingly influential) nations would take a similar approach as South Korea, then BILLIONS in energy savings could begin to be realized, increasing efficiency while ultimately lowering power costs and easing loaded energy budgets.

With widespread adoption of Vampire Proofâ„¢technology on all sides of the energy equation, vast potential exists to execute a holistic approach that sees Hundreds of Billions of Dollars in energy savings, reduces Trillions of Pounds of unnecessary CO2 emissions and offers a rapid return on investment.

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