Energy Efficiency
Coalition TV Efficiency Bill in the news
The Coalition sponsored TV Efficiency bill that would save Washington state residents millions of dollars on their electricity bills by requiring new TVs to be energy efficient is hitting the local airwaves. Follow this post to watch online…
Read MoreCoalition Testimony on Energy Efficiency Financing Act in the House Tech, Energy & Comm. Cmte.
Video from the public hearing on the Energy Efficiency Financing Act (HB 2853) from the House Technology Energy & Communications Committee. %CODE1% . Transcript – NWEC HB 2853 Testimony 01-21-10 . From TVW – Washington State Public Affairs TV Network
Read MoreTV Efficiency Standards
In November, California became the first state to adopt minimum efficiency standards for new televisions sold in California. The new rules require manufacturers to cut the power televisions use by one-third in two years and in half by 2013 by setting wattage ceilings. With TV manufacturers gearing up to meet the California standard, now is the time for Washington to adopt the same energy efficiency standards.
Read MoreEnergy Efficiency Financing Act Details
A more detailed explanation of what SB 6656/HB 2853 actually does.
Read MorePress Release: Efficiency First Passes
The Washington State Legislature last night approved a bill to dramatically improve energy efficiency in buildings throughout the state. Now headed for Gov. Chris Gregoire’s desk, SB 5854 would gradually raise standards for new building construction, while improving energy efficiency in existing public buildings through insulation, better windows and improved heating and cooling systems. [PDF]
Read MoreProposed energy code changes would hike Washington state building efficiency 20%
The Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC) will hold public hearings Sept. 29 in Renton and Oct. 5 in Spokane energy efficiency of new and renovated Washington homes and commercial buildings about 20%.
Read MoreYour help will be needed on new regional power plan
ENERGY MATTERS UPDATE Every five years, the Northwest’s official power planning agency — the Northwest Power and Conservation Council — conducts a fresh assessment of the region’s long-term electricity needs and issues a blueprint for meeting them.
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