Connecticut Plans Energy Efficiency Measures

HARTFORD, Conn. — Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy announced May 12 that new energy efficiency measures planned for Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH) in Middletown and several Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offices throughout the state will reduce energy costs at those locations by more than $3.3 million per year.

The measures are being implemented under the state’s “Lead by Example” initiative, which was designed to reduce energy use in state and local government buildings.

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LED Lamp

Lunera Lighting introduced the Lucy Lamp, the latest addition to its commercial BallastLED Lamp line. The Lucy Lamp is designed as an energy efficient, plug-and-play LED replacement to easily replace indoor or outdoor High-Pressure Sodium (HPS) lamps. Facility operators will appreciate the immediate improvement in the near daylight color rendering of the Lucy Lamp. The instant-on lamp will significantly cut energy outputs by up to 70 percent compared to conventional HPS lamps and virtually eliminates ongoing maintenance costs.

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Energy Department to Fund Efficient Lighting Projects

WASHINGTON — The Energy Department announced May 4 that nine research and development (R&D) projects will receive funding to support solid-state lighting (SSL) core technology research, product development and U.S. manufacturing.

The projects will help accelerate the development of high-quality light-emitting diode (LED) and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) products that can significantly reduce overall U.S. energy consumption and save consumers money.

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Recycled-content Ceiling Product

Rockfon Contour frameless, stone wool ceiling products expand designers’ creative options in achieving acoustic comfort for open plan offices, restaurants, waiting rooms, call centers and other spaces where sound can be overwhelming to occupants. Rockfon Island’s modular format is available in square or rectangular sizes, at either 3-feet 9-11/16 inches or 5-feet-9-5/16 inches in length. The frameless shape has a sharp, minimalistic edge and a subtle, elegant bevel. It features a smooth texture and white color to optimize light reflection.

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