about us  |  contact us  |  advice & tips  |  news  |  advertise your business  |  business directory  |    Bookmark and Share          

Government funds research into energy saving features

Energy saving light bulbs, lilke double glazing, can reduce CO2 emissionsThe government has provided £1.2 million for research into energy-efficient lighting, which, like double glazing, could reduce the UK's carbon footprint.Double glazing has been reducing household bills and the UK's carbon footprint for years, but a new government initiative is encouraging research into energy-efficient lighting.

Some £1.2 million has been donated by the Technology Strategy Board and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) towards the research and development of more eco-friendly lighting systems.

Businesses will first compete for funding to carry out research for three months and the most promising technologies will then receive further funding to develop and evaluate prototypes or demonstration units.

Environment minister Dan Norris said: "Moving towards a more sustainable, low carbon and resource efficient future is vital for our environment, but also offers great opportunities for economic growth and job creation."

The Energy Saving Trust recommends that homeowners and businesses use energy-saving light bulbs, as these use up to 80 per cent less electricity than a standard bulb.

It also recommends the installation of double glazing, as this cuts heat loss through windows by half.

Posted by Lucy Pritchard
ADNFCR-2394-ID-19581393-ADNFCR

Article Added: 27/01/2010 15:25:31
Double Glazing Quotes

If you found this article useful, please feel free to share it with others Bookmark and Share


Related Articles

Double glazing quotes: Homeowners given energy-saving tips
Homeowners have been advised to consider double glazing quotes to cut their winter heating bills, as well as some other energy-saving measures.

Complement double glazing quotes with decorative measures
Interior design measures, such as curtains and wallpapers, can complement heat-saving measures like double glazing quotes, an expert has said.

Double glazing quotes: People need incentive for sustainable homes
An expert has said that the government should do more to communicate the benefits of seeking energy-efficient measures for their homes, such as double glazing quotes and cavity wall insulation.

Double glazing quotes: Homeowners turning to eco improvements
People are increasingly considering energy-efficient home improvements, such as seeking double glazing quotes and installing cavity insulation in order to cut heating bills, a retailer has said.

Double glazing quotes: People still want eco-friendly homes
An expert has suggested that homeowners are still seeking out environmentally-friendly property solutions, such as double glazing quotes.