Making Energy Labels Work for You: Insights from Southeast Asia

CLASP Manager Lina Kelpsaite offers observations into why design and communication strategies are integral to labeling program success.

10 Mar 2023

For Women, By Women: Unlocking a More Inclusive, Gender-Diverse Energy Sector

On International Women’s Day, CLASP India’s Neha Dhingra, Moumita Chandra and Sumedha Awasthy reflect on the role of women in the energy sector, arguing for greater representation to ensure equitable access to energy services.

08 Mar 2023

India’s Push for Energy Efficiency Continues with Launch of Four Appliance Policies

On 1 March 2023, India launched four new energy efficiency policies for residential appliances which will help reduce CO₂ emissions by an estimated 9 million metric tons by 2030. These policies align with India's commitment to the G20 presidency agenda, which advocates for more extensive climate action globally.

01 Mar 2023

Cooling

Press Release: Global LEAP Awards Announces Winners and Finalists of the 2022 Off-Grid Cold Chain Challenge

The 2022 Global LEAP Awards Off-Grid Cold Chain Challenge (OGCCC) competition identified 12 best-in-class, affordable, energy-efficient off-grid cold chains appropriate for use in un- and underserved markets. SelfChill emerged as the top winner and New Leaf Dynamic was a runner-up, receiving US$ 75,000 and US$ 25,000, respectively.

01 Mar 2023

Lighting

CLASP Supports First Lighting Efficiency Policies in Nigeria

CLASP is supporting the Nigerian government in accelerating the transition to energy-efficient, clean lighting

22 Feb 2023

Feeding one Billion People: Revamping India’s Cold Chain

CLASP co-hosted a workshop with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) and the Bihar Renewable Development Agency (BREDA) to promote energy efficiency in the cold chain sector.

20 Feb 2023

China’s New Efficiency Policy Will Help Keep Pace with Climate Goals

The new MEPS policy will strengthen the power of efficiency standards, with huge implications for climate goals.

07 Feb 2023

CLASP Tools: A Year in Review

CLASP's tools grew tremendously this past year, with new additions to existing data powerhouses Mepsy and the CPRC as well as two brand new tools to test computer energy usage and encourage compliance.

01 Feb 2023

CLASP’s New CPRC Map Depicts Appliance Policy Coverage Globally

CLASP has launched a new interactive map that allows users to run quick queries of CPRC policies and generate new visuals that summarize the scope of regulations within a certain region. 

01 Feb 2023

How is Energy Efficiency Labeling Working in the Philippines?

CLASP and Philippines partner Innogy Solutions, Inc. conducted a consumer, retailer, and industry survey of the efficacy of the Philippine Energy Labeling Program after a 2021 redesign.

31 Jan 2023

Renewable Energy Systems

Charm Impact & CLASP Supporting Local Early-Stage African Renewable Energy Entrepreneurs Through a New Financing Facility

Increased funding to innovative locally-owned energy access companies can create competition in the marketplace, expand reach to underserved geographies and, cater to last-mile customers, boosting progress towards Sustainable Development Goal 7 targets.

30 Jan 2023

CEO Christine Egan: Witnessing Efficiency in Action in India

CLASP CEO Christine Egan reflects post-trip on CLASP's work and the state of energy efficiency in India.

25 Jan 2023

Cooling

How Can We Cool India Faster?

CLASP hosted a conference on accelerating the implementation of India's Cooling Action Plan (ICAP), concluding that collaboration and coordination are integral to achieving ICAP’s targets.

24 Jan 2023

World’s Best MEPS: Tracking Global Leaders in Appliance Energy Efficiency Standards

A new analysis from CLASP showcases national policy leaders and offers recommendations for countries on the cusp of meeting global benchmarks.

11 Jan 2023

Cooking

Press Release: Gas cookers regularly breach air pollution limits

A new report from CLASP and EPHA suggests that cooking on gas in a typical kitchen without mechanical ventilation causes indoor NO2 pollution that exceeds World Health Organisation air quality guidelines and outdoor EU air pollution standards multiple times each week throughout the year.

08 Jan 2023

India Dialogue Series: Climate Group x CLASP

Working towards climate change mitigation involves speed and scale, which can be achieved largely through collaborative efforts between stakeholders. Neha Dhingra, Senior Manager - CLASP spoke with Divya Sharma, Executive Director - Climate Group on India's climate goals, COP27, equity and more.

14 Dec 2022

A Tale of Scale and Stature: How India’s Labeling Program is Helping Combat Climate Change

Energy efficiency policies were highlighted yet again at COP27 as an opportunity for countries to reach net zero targets. As Indian energy consumption patterns change, CLASP is providing the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) with technical assistance to help achieve its goal on appliance efficiency policies.

09 Dec 2022

In a joint letter sent today, the European Public Health Alliance (EPHA) and 14 other signatories call
upon European Commission to phase out domestic gas cooking appliances, as they endanger Europeans’ health.

22 Nov 2022