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Heating

Leveraging Low-Global Warming Potential Heat Pumps to Power Climate Action

CLASP is conducting research for the deployment of natural refrigerant heat pumps in Europe.
A man stands in a warehouse filled with solar appliances.

Solar Appliances, a Sustainable Development Success Story, Need Support to Scale

Solar appliance companies are changing lives in Africa, but they can’t do it alone.

Find CLASP at the 2025 SEforAll Global Forum

CLASP will be at the 2025 Sustainable Energy for All Forum in Bridgetown Barbados to show how increasing appliance efficiency improves lives and cuts climate emissions.

Appliance Efficiency Can Supercharge National Climate Plans

CLASP’s Lauren Boucher discusses the many benefits of including appliances in the current round of NDCs.

Journalists’ Workshop Strengthens Energy Label Awareness in Indonesia

CLASP's workshop for journalists in Indonesia strengthened their knowledge about energy efficiency, resulted in numerous articles, and increased consumer awareness about energy labels.

Motors

Maximizing Motor Efficiency to Minimize Emissions

Around the world, CLASP is improving electric motor efficiency to cut emissions and drive industrial sustainability.

CLASP Supports Climate Action in Australia

CLASP kicks off work in Australia to strengthen climate-friendly efficient appliances through policy advancement.

CLASP’s Impact Over 25 Years

Over the last 25 years, CLASP has collaborated with policymakers, industry leaders, and other experts to create a more sustainable future for people and the planet. Learn more about our impacts.

How Efficiency Can Reduce Brazil’s Energy Demand

Brazil needs a smart solution to meet rising energy demand while keeping itself on track for Net Zero targets – energy efficiency is the answer.

Medical Equipment

Bridging the Gap: Efficient Appliances in Healthcare

Efficient medical appliances can save lives and transform healthcare in remote communities.

Bishal Thapa Takes on Global Leadership Role at CLASP

After four years leading CLASP’s India office, Bishal Thapa becomes Chief of Strategy & Impact to drive meaningful climate action and appliance access globally.

Neha Dhingra Promoted to Director of CLASP’s India Program

Neha will lead the India program’s climate and energy access initiatives from New Delhi.

Agricultural Equipment

Millions of People Lack Electricity. Solar Appliances Can Help

Solar-powered appliances can bring vital services to communities that aren't connected to the grid, says CLASP's Martha Wakoli.

Motors

Innovation Ignites Pakistan’s Electric Motor Future

CLASP is working with local partners in Pakistan to energize the motor industry with higher efficiency and innovation.

Cooking

The Push for Efficient, Healthy Cooktops

CLASP and our partners provide the European Commission with evidence-based recommendations to boost efficiency, cut harmful pollutants, and improve cooking appliance policies. 

Where was Energy Efficiency at COP29?

Energy efficiency was noticeably absent from the UN Climate Conference (COP29) negotiations. This solution must stay on the agenda.

UK Aid to Support Research in the Global Push to Transition to Electric Cooking Solutions

The Modern Energy Cooking Solutions program will receive 44m GBP in additional funding to support innovations in electric cooking equipment, and help millions across in Africa, Asia, South America and Oceania transition to modern, clean energy appliances.

Find CLASP at COP29

At the 2024 UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, CLASP will showcase appliance efficiency solutions.

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