Explore Our Research Publications

2019 eceee Summer Study – Recognizing and rewarding higher efficiency: case studies in moving to a single test metric for fixed and variable speed air conditioners

2019 eceee Summer Study – Assessing testing capacity in ECOWAS and ASEAN regions to support S&L programs for cooling appliances

2019 eceee Summer Study – Boosting African regional markets of highly efficient appliances through effective energy efficiency and trade policy

What if coupling proven energy efficiency policy tools with effective trade policy could reshape the regional market of highly efficient appliances in Africa? This paper evaluates the opportunity to boost the effects of regionally harmonized standards within the AfCFTA, by improving efficiency of appliances while enhancing intra-regional trade.

2019 eceee Summer Study – Catalysing technology innovation in the off-grid market through appropriate product performance testing

This paper presents an analysis of the performance of off-grid refrigerators based on data generated via laboratory and field testing processes. The paper includes an introduction of an off-grid refrigerator performance testing methodology developed in support of the Global LEAP program.

2019 eceee Summer Study – Development and evaluation of a novel test method for digital signage displays

Promoting High-Performing Off-Grid Appliances

In its first ever policy brief, Efficiency for Access explores how test methods, quality standards, and labeling might be used to promote energy efficiency and quality in off- and weak-grid appropriate appliances as the market evolves.

Off-Grid Refrigeration Technology Roadmap

Over the last year, CLASP convened industry experts to construct a roadmap for refrigerators. This document identifies a series of technology improvements that, if adopted, could improve the efficiency and performance for a range of refrigerator types.

Global Off-Grid Solar Market Report Semi-Annual Sales and Impact Data (H2 2018)

Solar Water Pump Technology Roadmap

Between May 2018 and May 2019, CLASP convened a technical working group to construct an industry roadmap for solar water pumps. This document identifies a series of technology improvements for remote monitoring systems and brushless DC motors that, if adopted, could improve pump efficiency and performance.

Use and Benefits of Solar Water Pumps

Between 2016 and 2018, Efficiency for Access partnered with 60 Decibels to survey 375 solar water pump customers in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania about their experiences. This analysis provides valuable insights into customer purchasing decisions and use cases.

State of Play and Innovations in Off-Grid Refrigeration Technology: Lessons Learned from Current Initiatives

The paper explores the role of innovation cash prizes in catalyzing technology innovation and market expansion of off-grid refrigeration, analyzing them through the lens of the Global Lighting and Energy Access Partnership (Global LEAP) Off-Grid Refrigerator Competition. Key findings underscore the need for more data and field testing to better understand how refrigerators can maximize energy performance and meet customer expectations.

Tanzania Market Snapshot: Horticulture Value Chains and Potential for Solar Water Pump Technology

In 2018, Efficiency for Access collaborated with Simusolar on a major research effort to size and characterize the market potential for modern irrigation in the Tanzanian horticulture sector. This report addresses important market and consumer information gaps for solar water pump manufacturers and distributors in Tanzania and beyond.

Assessment of Brazil’s Labeling Program for Air Conditioners

The Role of Trade Policy and Energy Efficiency Policy to Promote Highly Efficient Air Conditioner Markets

Cooling in a Warming World

Cooling in a Warming World: Global Markets & Policy Trends, CLASP's first ever e-magazine, presents an in-depth look at the state of air conditioning markets, policies, and compliance efforts around the world.

Philippines Room Air Conditioner Market Assessment and Policy Options Analysis

CLASP, in collaboration with Innogy Solutions, conducted a comprehensive characterization of the room air conditioner market in the Philippines and analyzed impacts from various policy scenarios. The report provides the technical evidence to support increasing the stringency of MEPS for air conditioners in the Philippines.

Learning Paper: The Challenges of Testing Off-Grid Refrigerators

This paper summarises some of the challenges faced during the field testing phase of the Global LEAP Off-Grid Refrigerator Competition, and how the team worked around them, ensuring the competition remained fair and relevant.

Technical and Economic Feasibility Study for a High Efficiency Compressor Market in Brazil