Oil Prices Down, Investment Down, Supply Up, Energy Efficiency Down Clean Technica, July 8, 2016 The International Energy Agency (IEA) published an updated analysis of the current oil price environment this week, detailing how the current market is generally misbehaving. Though some might look at the decreased investment as a good thing, the resulting increase … Read more
Commercial Coffee Brewers Now Eligible Energy Star, July 27, 2016 On July 8, 2016, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized an ENERGY STAR specification adding commercial coffee brewers to the program. Coffee brewers are found in nearly every commercial establishment, from office buildings to hotels. The strict new energy efficiency requirements these products will have … Read more
Facebook Moves One Step Closer to Light-Based Wireless Communication New York Times, July 21, 2016 Now, Facebook has published research on an unconventional solution: using light to wirelessly transmit internet signals. The work comes from a Facebook-led initiative called Internet.org, which, according to the initiative’s website, has so far brought internet access to more than 25 million people. … Read more
Max Ma, ERS, for Zondits Delivering space-cooling solutions has always been a constant balancing act between effectiveness, energy efficiency, and costs. The Advanced Cooling Challenge, launched during the Clean Energy Ministerial in June in San Francisco, further encourages major industry players to “deliver that cooling sustainably to more people.” Now another facet of sustainability – … Read more
Valerie Eacret, ERS, for Zondits Cannon Mountain, a ski area in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, is making a number of significant changes to its snowmaking equipment and energy supply systems in preparation for the next ski season. The plans for the upgrades indicate that the operation will use only two-thirds of its current … Read more
Google uses DeepMind AI to cut data center energy bills The Verge, July 21, 2016 The amount of energy consumed by big data centers has always been a headache for tech companies. Keeping the servers cool as they crunch numbers is such a challenge that Facebook even built one of its facilities on the edge of … Read more
Max Ma, ERS, for Zondits Despite the current dominance of vapor-compression technology in the refrigeration industry, an emerging alternative – magnetic refrigeration – is proving competitive in the first practical applications. Cooltech Applications S.A.S., a magnetic refrigeration system (MRS) developer, is partnering with refrigerated display case manufacturers to deliver the innovative technology to the commercial … Read more
Brewing Up Sustainability: The Intersection Of Water And Energy In Breweries Alliance to Save Energy, July 11, 2016 On Tuesday, June 21, the Alliance to Save Energy hosted a webinar exploring the relationship between water and energy by looking at two things that are better when handled together: beer and sustainability. The webinar, which covered … Read more
Smart building technology helps reduce energy costs RCR Wireless News, July 25, 2016 Many older buildings have the capability to become smart buildings, but owners and executives often overlook the perks of automation. Taking advantage of a smart building can lead to significant financial gain for property owners, and increase production of those working within these structures. Smart … Read more
Wheeler: Set-Top Plan Is Energy Efficient Broadcasting & Cable, July 21, 2016 FCC chairman Tom Wheeler has assured Capitol Hill that the FCC’s “unlock the box” set-top proposal will reduce energy consumption. That came in a letter to Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) just published on the FCC’s website. “I share your interest in ensuring that … Read more