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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: DEFINITY PAR38 By Lighting Science Group

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:35:41 +0000

The DEFINITY PAR38 LED lightbulb from Lighting Science Group is the industry’s first LED bulb to receive the ENERGY STAR label. The bulb is 80% more efficient than the 75 watt incandescent halogen bulb it replaces, has approximately 50% more lumens (light output) than competing products, and is fully dimmable. The DEFINITY PAR38 bulb is the first in a line of Lighting Science Group products going through the ENERGY STAR approval process; the line includes A19, PAR30, PAR20, MR16, and G25 bulb types.

The DEFINITY PAR38 LED bulb is ENERGY STAR certified.

To ensure both performance and reliability,

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Update—IFMA Energy Challenge: ENERGY STAR®

Andrea Sanchez — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:02:44 +0000

In March 2010, the IFMA international sustainability committee (ISC) launched the IFMA Energy Challenge: ENERGY STAR® which encourages facility professionals to track energy consumption in facilities and embark on a continuous monitoring and energy improvement program.

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OSRAM SYLVANIA Recognized by EPA and DOE for Ninth Year

Heidi Schwartz — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 14:47:15 +0000

The 2010 Sustained Excellence Awards are given to a select group of organizations that have reduced greenhouse gas emissions by setting and achieving aggressive goals, employing innovative approaches, and showing others what can be achieved through energy efficiency.

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Kimberly-Clark Named ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year

Andrea Sanchez — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:46:26 +0000

For the second consecutive year, K-C will be recognized for its energy management practices and commitment to sustainable operations, resulting in significant energy and financial savings.

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FEA, IFMA Foundation Release EPA ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager Guide

George Deutsch — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 15:26:10 +0000

Facility Engineering Associates (FEA), in partnership with the IFMA Foundation, has released a new publication detailing how to utilize EPA’s ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, the second publication in the IFMA Foundation's sustainability guide series.

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EPA Announces Houses of Worship Can Now Earn ENERGY STAR® Label and Reduce Their Carbon Footprint

Andrea Sanchez — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:57:58 +0000

America’s houses of worship can now earn the ENERGY STAR label, joining the nation’s schools, hospitals, hotels and other facilities in their efforts to fight climate change, save energy and reduce their carbon footprint.

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New York City Icon Goes Greener

Anne Vazquez — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:55:18 +0000

Now underway, energy efficiency retrofits at the Empire State Building are being implemented through an integrated approach.

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ENERGY STAR Recognizes Technical Consumer Products

Anne Vazquez — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:09:49 +0000

The company has been chosen as Partner of the Year for Lighting Product Manufacturer.

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Ciralight Announces Partnership With Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star

Heidi Schwartz — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:04:51 +0000

Utah-based company is the newest addition to ENERGY STAR's roster of participating companies.

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Day-Brite Capri Omega Launches Employee Sustainability Program

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:15:28 +0000

Program designed to increase employee participation in sustainability practices at work as well as at home.

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Consumer Reports Finds Energy Star Program Standards Lax and Tests Out-Of-Date

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 14:32:24 +0000

The report notes that the percent of products that qualify for Energy Star is increasing because standards are too easy to reach, and federal test procedures haven't kept pace with new technology.

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