Getting to Zero: An Evaluation of Zero Network Standby Power
This report examines the feasibility and economics of achieving network zero in three different products: mini-split HVAC systems, smart speakers, and connected light bulbs. We investigate the range of network standby
PECTA Pre-scoping study – New power electronic materials and devices and its impact on the energy efficiency – Assessment Study for 4E Annex preparation
In the beginning of 2017, a new Annex to the IEA 4E TCP (Technology Collaboration Program of Energy Efficient End-Use Equipment) has been planned. The Power Electronic Conversion Technology Annex (PECTA) is designed as a platform to assess the efficiency benefit of using the emerging WBG technology. This report is part of the PECTA preparation […]
Energy Harvesting Technologies for IoT Edge Devices
This report discusses the elements of an energy harvesting system, and the possible energy sources and quantities of energy which can be harvested from light, thermal energy, radio frequency
Policy Brief – Energy Aware Devices
This briefing summarises the key findings of the report Energy Aware Devices – Study of Policy Opportunities, which outlines why and how network-connected devices can be cost-effectively harnessed to report their own, individual energy consumption
Lessons Learnt Bringing LEDs to Market
The purpose of this report is to provide policy makers with examples and a summary of how IEA 4E SSL Annex member countries’ have introduced and promoted LED illumination products in their respective markets. This report highlights key policy and
4E CDA Design & Policy Principles for Energy Efficient Connected Devices
Developed by the Connected Devices Alliance, these principles address the energy efficiency of network-connected devices. They include: Design Principles for designers, manufacturers and protocol authors; and Policy Principles for policy-makers.
Smart Lighting – New Features Impacting Energy Consumption
A comprehensive report examining the energy cost of smart lamps.
21st Century EESL Programmes – Workshop Findings (Dec 2015)
The workshop explored the opportunities that information communication technologies (ICT) and network connectivity can bring in improving the development, implementation and evaluation of EESL Programmes.
SSL Annex Executive Briefing – Lessons Learned Bringing LED’s to Market
This memo presents some of the national-level approaches, initiatives and ideas to accelerate and support LED lighting in the market by the IEA 4E SSL Annex member countries
Energy efficiency roadmap for electric motors and motor systems
This report provides a market assessment of the energy efficiency of electric induction motors, rated between 0.12 kW and 1,000 kW. The scope includes motors designed to operate on either three or
CDA Technical Report on Progress with International Initiatives on Networked Devices
Network-connected technologies, such as broadband connectivity, wireless mobility, cloud computing, e-commerce, social media
Policy Brief – Motor Systems Tool for efficient system design
This briefing describes the Motor Systems Tool, a software tool developed by EMSA to optimise the energy performance of electric motor systems. It is an easy to use, manufacturer-independent
Indicative Testing of Smart Lamps
The primary purpose of this document is to provide indicative data on the network standby power consumption of smart lamps and the power used by the lamps when emitting no light but remaining connected to a communications network. Lamps were tested at
Communique – IRHMA Smart Appliance Workshop
Government and industry call for co-operation in addressing the “energy cost” of network-connected appliances. Sales of network-connected (“smart”) appliances are increasing, driven by trends
Potential Health Issues of SSL
This report addresses the issues of the potential effects of solid state lighting (SSL) products on human health. This work mainly focuses on glare issues, photobiological effects caused by the optical radiation on the eye and skin, flickering phenomena non-visual effects of light
Policy Brief – Lowering the Energy Waste of Extra Functionality
This briefing looks at the similarities of secondary functions across a broad range of products and how increasing the efficiency of these functions, can significantly reduce low power mode waste across the market.
Policy Brief – “Basket of Products” – A global approach to measuring standby power – GERMAN
This briefing explains the “Basket of Products” initiative that has resulted in the measurement of standby power in over
Policy Brief – “Basket of Products” – A global approach to measuring standby power – FRENCH
This briefing explains the “Basket of Products” initiative that has resulted in the measurement of standby power in over
Policy Brief – “Basket of Products” – A global approach to measuring standby power – KOREAN
This briefing explains the “Basket of Products” initiative that has resulted in the measurement of standby power in over
Power Requirements for Functions
This report is a first look at the power requirements and horizontal policy opportunities for a selection of high-priority secondary functions.
