Handling Mercury Containing Lamps

AnneTFM — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:59:58 +0000

In an exclusive interview with TFM, Mark Tibbetts, who directs NEMA’s recycling initiatives through www.lamprecycle.org, answered questions about developments in lamp recycling.

by AnneTFM

NEMA Supports Obama’s Call for National Efficiency Standards

HeidiTFM — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 15:25:36 +0000

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) is supporting President Obama’s February 5, 2009 announcement on the importance of national energy efficiency standards for consumer and industrial equipment regulated by the Department of Energy (DOE).
NEMA President and CEO Evan R. Gaddis says, “President Obama’s has signed a presidential memorandum requesting that DOE set [...]

by HeidiTFM

Consortium To Advise DOE On High Performance Green Building Issues

HeidiTFM — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 15:18:57 +0000

Ten organizations form group to assist federal government on prime sustainability issues.

by HeidiTFM

Energy Secretary Bodman Urges Lighting Upgrades; Lauds Energy Conservation Program

HeidiTFM — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:56:53 +0000

Bodman observes, “While cost-effective lighting technologies are available now to cut energy costs by up to 50%, only 25% of the buildings have been upgraded.”

by HeidiTFM

NEMA Publishes Reaffirmed Standards

HeidiTFM — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:29:55 +0000

NEMA has published the following reaffirmed standards for Shunt Capacitors, Typical Proximity Switch Specifications, and Additional Requirements for Proximity Switches Suitable for Use in Strong Magnetic Fields.

by HeidiTFM