Sentences with phrase «models of energy efficiency»

The UK's Sustainable Development Strategy states that «by 2020, the government would like all schools to be models of energy efficiency [and] renewable energy use.»

«Silda Wall Spitzer, wife of New York Governor Eliot Spitzer, wants to turn the governor's mansion built in 1875 into a modern model of energy efficiency, an inspiration for home and business owners to do the same, and a place for children to learn the

There will always be those like Al Gore who have inefficient homes, and those like George Bush whose home is a model of energy efficiency and recycling.

Not exact matches

It was originally a Proof - of - Work model, but since the entire project is centered around energy efficiency, the choice to switch over to a less resource - intensive consensus mechanism was obvious.

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-- I wasn't joking before... ice makers use a ton of energy and as efficiency technology advances, newer models are big cost savers.

«Our results provide new insight into a generalized circuit model, enabling us to determine the conditions to maximize the efficiency of harnessing chemical energy through the action of these ion pumps.

The large part that the springs in Ruina and Gomes's model play in its energy efficiency underline the value of having the right kind of springs in prosthetics.

Granular resistive force theory, which considers the thrust provided by the body waves and the drag on the animals» bodies, helped model the locomotion and compare the energy efficiency of the limbless snake against that of the four - legged lizard — which doesn't use its legs to swim through the sand.

Schrag and the folks at SCS Energy think that a wholesale movement toward renewables and extreme efficiency is a very long shot, however, so they are moving ahead with what they think could be a model for America's energy future, or at least a big part Energy think that a wholesale movement toward renewables and extreme efficiency is a very long shot, however, so they are moving ahead with what they think could be a model for America's energy future, or at least a big part energy future, or at least a big part of it.

The Secretary shall define product classes broadly and, except as provided in paragraph (2), shall designate as Best - in - Class Product models no more than the most efficient 10 percent of the commercially available product models in a class that demonstrate, as a group, a distinctly greater energy efficiency than the average energy efficiency of that class of appliances, equipment, or electronics.

This study is focused on three specific aspects: to assess the impact of vegetation density on energy efficiency of a roof located at a Mediterranean coastal climate; develop a simplified numeral model that can estimate thermal resistance values equivalent to plants and substrates, and finally, to verify the numerical model by using experimental data.

Other Hubs are devoted to modeling and simulation of nuclear reactors, achieving major improvements in the energy efficiency of buildings, and developing fuels from sunlight.

The Intel «Cherry Creek» supercomputer — which ranks among the world's fastest and most powerful supercomputers for its combination of speed, power, and energy efficiency — cut down calculation time on complicated analyses from years to days, advancing fields such as genomics and bioinformatics, medical and climate research, molecular modeling, and data analytics.

This case study shows the reliability and efficiency of QMC for characterizing the binding energies for biological systems, providing a critical input for improved drug modeling efforts.

Chosen through a peer review process, ALCC projects cover a wide range of research areas, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, physics, climate modeling, and materials science.

Diffusion of the model in the subjects of university courses related to smart cities, building control, automation, energy efficiency and sustainability.

Our group moves between computer (models, simulation, mathematics, artificial intelligence) and energy efficiency to improve the design and use of buildings in energy efficiency and comfort.

The catalytic converter and GM High Energy electronic ignition were advertised among the components of «Chevrolet's new Efficiency System» which was promoted to offer other benefits to owners of 1975 models versus comparable 1974 models that included extended maintenance intervals from 6,000 to 7,500 miles (12,100 km) for oil / filter changes and spark plugs that lasted up to 22,500 miles (36,200 km) compared to 10,000 miles (16,000 km) on»74 models.

Progress through light — active LED high - performance headlamps The CLS - Class is the first model line in the world to feature active LED high - performance headlamps that combine the amazing daylight - like color of LED technol - ogy with the performance, functionality and energy efficiency of today's bi-xenon headlights.

An extensive array of MINIMALISM technology — including Brake Energy Regeneration, and the Shift Point Display and Auto Start / Stop function for models with the manual gearbox — allows the engine to work extremely effectively and with impressive efficiency, especially when you consider the power it develops.

Standard on all RAV4 Hybrid models, the Toyota Hybrid System II (THS II) works in sync with the 2.5 - liter 4 - cylinder Dynamic Force Engine for an impressive balance of energy efficiency and supreme power output.

Replacing old wooden windows with vinyl models will cost between $ 3,000 and $ 12,000, but it will eliminate the annual sanding, priming and painting required of old wooden frame windows while increasing the energy efficiency of your home.

The project — entitled Sustainable Tourism through Energy Efficiency with Adaptation and Mitigation Measures in Pangandaran — aims to serve as a model of innovative climate change mitigation and adaptation measures in tourism destinations in Indonesia and south - east Asia.

Here's a couple of ideas that I think would make New York City a model of clean energy efficiency.

Moreover, even if methane leakage were to remain modest in some areas, long - term climate models suggest that warming trends have less to do with the rate of methane leakage and more to do with other variables, such as the thermal efficiency of future coal plants and whether the switch to gas is permanent or a bridge to zero - carbon energy.

On the efficiency side of things, we and others have long requested that RMI better incorporate rebound effects into modeling future energy consumption patterns.

And if we choose a model that is also rated higher in energy - efficiency, we can also reduce the amount of electricity we use for laundry.

What's more, Rosenfeld [Energy Commission member Arthur Rosenfeld, an international leader for more than three decades in finding ways to save energy by boosting the efficiency of household appliances] noted that a number of television makers already produce models that meet the proposed commission efficiency standards and that 87 % of current stock complies with the planned 2011 threEnergy Commission member Arthur Rosenfeld, an international leader for more than three decades in finding ways to save energy by boosting the efficiency of household appliances] noted that a number of television makers already produce models that meet the proposed commission efficiency standards and that 87 % of current stock complies with the planned 2011 threenergy by boosting the efficiency of household appliances] noted that a number of television makers already produce models that meet the proposed commission efficiency standards and that 87 % of current stock complies with the planned 2011 threshold.

Mr Teske is the author of numerous reports, most notably Greenpeace's Energy [R] evolution scenarios, which model how various world regions can shift from a fossil fuel - based energy supply to one based on renewable energy and energy efficEnergy [R] evolution scenarios, which model how various world regions can shift from a fossil fuel - based energy supply to one based on renewable energy and energy efficenergy supply to one based on renewable energy and energy efficenergy and energy efficenergy efficiency.

The Sustainability Commission's TOD recommendations should serve as a model for metropolitan areas nationwide, helping them reduce their carbon footprints, conserve irreplaceable natural resources threatened by sprawling development, position them to compete in a changing economy that rewards energy efficiency and increased density of intellectual capital, and contribute to a $ 450 - billion U.S. savings in building and infrastructure.

Appliance efficiency index: A relative comparison of trends in new - model efficiencies for major appliances and energy - using equipment.

For this analysis, the end - use sector models determine results of incremental demand - side energy efficiency activities by U.S. Census division (Figure 2) and then map the savings to Electricity Market Module regions.

The structure of the models is too inflexible to allow for the rapid growth in renewable energy and energy efficiency industries.

(2007) • Contribution of Renewables to Energy Security (2007) • Modelling Investment Risks and Uncertainties with Real Options Approach (2007) • Financing Energy Efficient Homes Existing Policy Responses to Financial Barriers (2007) • CO2 Allowance and Electricity Price Interaction - Impact on Industry's Electricity Purchasing Strategies in Europe (2007) • CO2 Capture Ready Plants (2007) • Fuel - Efficient Road Vehicle Non-Engine Components (2007) • Impact of Climate Change Policy Uncertainty on Power Generation Investments (2006) • Raising the Profile of Energy Efficiency in China — Case Study of Standby Power Efficiency (2006) • Barriers to the Diffusion of Solar Thermal Technologies (2006) • Barriers to Technology Diffusion: The Case of Compact Fluorescent Lamps (2006) • Certainty versus Ambition — Economic Efficiency in Mitigating Climate Change (2006) • Sectoral Crediting Mechanisms for Greenhouse Gas Mitigation: Institutional and Operational Issues (2006) • Sectoral Approaches to GHG Mitigation: Scenarios for Integration (2006) • Energy Efficiency in the Refurbishment of High - Rise Residential Buildings (2006) • Can Energy - Efficient Electrical Appliances Be Considered «Environmental Goods»?

Using long - term solar and wind energy power production data series, the authors of this journal article present a modelling approach to investigate the influence of storage size and efficiency on the pathway towards a 100 % renewable energy sources scenario.

WRI's response highlights questionable assumptions in Dr. Thorning's modeling and outlines the benefits of industrial sector energy efficiency improvements.

• The modelling completely ignored the two largest tranches of emission cuts in Australia that are available at no cost or very low cost, namely, accelerated energy efficiency and the end of land clearing.

Two post-occupancy studies of certified green buildings found that prioritizing energy efficiency in design leads to better performance, highlights inaccuracy of energy modeling.

Steam cookers that earn the ENERGY STAR include both electric and gas models, which must meet a minimum cooking efficiency of 50 percent (electric) and 38 percent (gas) while also meeting maximum idle energy ENERGY STAR include both electric and gas models, which must meet a minimum cooking efficiency of 50 percent (electric) and 38 percent (gas) while also meeting maximum idle energy energy rates.

In particular, the model captures both the short - and long - run elasticity of substitution between energy and non-energy inputs, as well as trends in final - use energy efficiency.

A goal would be to model energy efficiency opportunities to figure out practical ways that customers can save electricity and money, and electric companies can curb the amount of megawatts that go onto the grid.

(Sec. 219) Requires the EPA Administrator and the Secretary to: (1) establish and implement a rating system for products identified as Energy Star products to provide consumers with the most helpful information on a product's energy efficiency, including cost effectiveness and the relative length of time for consumers to recover costs attributable to the energy efficient features of those products; (2) review and update the Energy Star product criteria for the ten product models in each product category with the greatest energy consumption every three years; and (3) require periodic verification of product compliance with such criEnergy Star products to provide consumers with the most helpful information on a product's energy efficiency, including cost effectiveness and the relative length of time for consumers to recover costs attributable to the energy efficient features of those products; (2) review and update the Energy Star product criteria for the ten product models in each product category with the greatest energy consumption every three years; and (3) require periodic verification of product compliance with such crienergy efficiency, including cost effectiveness and the relative length of time for consumers to recover costs attributable to the energy efficient features of those products; (2) review and update the Energy Star product criteria for the ten product models in each product category with the greatest energy consumption every three years; and (3) require periodic verification of product compliance with such crienergy efficient features of those products; (2) review and update the Energy Star product criteria for the ten product models in each product category with the greatest energy consumption every three years; and (3) require periodic verification of product compliance with such criEnergy Star product criteria for the ten product models in each product category with the greatest energy consumption every three years; and (3) require periodic verification of product compliance with such crienergy consumption every three years; and (3) require periodic verification of product compliance with such criteria.

Synapse modeled various Clean Power Plan compliance options to determine how big an impact strong energy efficiency policies can have on the achievability and affordability of complying with EPA's rule.

Using the Synapse Clean Power Plan Toolkit, a collection of purpose - built in - house tools and commercial models, including the National Renewable Energy Laboratory's Regional Energy Deployment System (ReEDS) model, Synapse examined the comparative cost of state implementation plans that maximize available energy efficiency strategies versus a future in which states are not Clean Power Plan ‐ compEnergy Laboratory's Regional Energy Deployment System (ReEDS) model, Synapse examined the comparative cost of state implementation plans that maximize available energy efficiency strategies versus a future in which states are not Clean Power Plan ‐ compEnergy Deployment System (ReEDS) model, Synapse examined the comparative cost of state implementation plans that maximize available energy efficiency strategies versus a future in which states are not Clean Power Plan ‐ compenergy efficiency strategies versus a future in which states are not Clean Power Plan ‐ compliant.

Investing in high levels of clean energy and widespread energy efficiency programs can save money for a majority of households in each of the contiguous states, according to a Synapse modeling study released today.

This report provides an explanation of different types of institutional delivery models currently in place across the United States and Canada to acquire energy efficiency as a predictable and reliable resource for meeting existing and future energy demands.

Dynamic efficiency gains in the nation's model energy code can mean billions of dollars in utility bill savings for home and commercial building owners / occupants, more stable electricity grids, reduced reliance on energy imports and fewer greenhouse gas emissions.

After uniting leaders in the policy, business, construction, utility, low - income advocacy and environmental arenas to win a 30 % efficiency boost in America's model energy code, the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), the Energy Efficient Codes Coalition is now campaigning to put future IECCs on a path of continued proenergy code, the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), the Energy Efficient Codes Coalition is now campaigning to put future IECCs on a path of continued proEnergy Conservation Code (IECC), the Energy Efficient Codes Coalition is now campaigning to put future IECCs on a path of continued proEnergy Efficient Codes Coalition is now campaigning to put future IECCs on a path of continued progress.