Distribution Transformers

Maximizing Efficiency, Minimizing Losses: Botswana Adopts Energy Performance Standards for Distribution Transformers

The Government of Botswana has recently approved the adoption of minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) for distribution transformers. This milestone represents a significant stride towards reducing energy wastage and maximizing efficiency in Botswana's market.

29 May 2023

Cooling

Powering Up Pakistan: CLASP’s Two-Year Plan to Tackle Energy Crises & Climate Change

CLASP's next two-year program in Pakistan will tackle the ongoing energy crisis and help adapt to worsening climate conditions.

17 May 2023

Lighting

Guarding Against Low-Efficiency Appliances in East & Southern Africa

Through UNIDO’s EELA project, CLASP is building compliance capacity to protect East and Southern African markets from energy inefficient appliances.

12 May 2023

CLASP Presents World’s Best MEPS at APEC Energy Meeting

China program lead Steven Zeng presented CLASP's World's Best MEPS research to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meeting to motivate APEC countries to update standards.

19 Apr 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

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

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’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

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

Videos: CLASP Collaborates with Industry in Pakistan to Tackle Energy Crisis

CLASP produced two short videos to demonstrate how our work with industry in Pakistan has helped to shift production to more efficient appliances.

08 Nov 2022

New US Consumer Insights Reveal Overwhelming Support for Appliance Efficiency

Recent report from CLASP and Consumer Federation of America illustrates a significant opportunity for energy and cost savings through more stringent appliance standards.

24 Oct 2022

Electronics

Seeking Industry Input on Efficient TV Policies in South Africa

To mitigate further strain on the national grid during the ongoing energy crises, CLASP and SANEDI seek industry input into new policies to improve TV efficiency.

19 Oct 2022

Lighting

Understanding the Mozambique Lighting Market

In Mozambique, CLASP conducted a comprehensive lighting market assessment to help the country transition to more energy-efficient options.

30 Sep 2022

CLASP Launches New Program in China

The China National Institute of Standardization (CNIS) is partnering with CLASP in efforts to dramatically reduce CO₂ emissions through appliance energy efficiency.

19 Jul 2022

Lighting

East Africa Adopts New Policies for Quality and Efficient Lighting

By adopting these technology-neutral MEPS, the East African Community are progressing toward more energy-efficient lighting solutions.

18 Jul 2022

BRICS Meets to Discuss Global Efficiency Standards

CLASP joined representatives from the BRICS countries, who account for a large portion of the world's population, GDP, and land area, to discuss energy efficiency program best practices.

15 Jul 2022

Cooling

Brazil’s Latest AC Policy to Dramatically Cut Costs and Emissions

New Brazil AC policy is expected to mitigate 72 Mt of CO₂ and deliver $6.2 billion USD in savings by 2040.

07 Jun 2022

Heating

HEATR Act Introduced in US Senate

The Heating Efficiency and Affordability Tax Relief (HEATR) Act proposes incentives for manufacturers to increase production of heat pumps and phase out production of inefficient, non-condensing air conditioners.

25 May 2022