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Energys welcomes LIA random product testing initiative

The Lighting Industry Association (LIA) has announced that from January 2017, all its members will participate in an ‘industry-wide market surveillance initiative’. The move will include randomised product inspections to
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How to achieve energy efficient office lighting and improve employee health

Many of us are aware of the energy saving benefits of upgrading office lighting to the latest LED technology. But the story less told surrounds how a lighting upgrade can
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How to save energy in schools: a guide for school governors

Governors have the tricky job of balancing resources, and considering investment or expenditure decisions that deliver real returns. Energy efficiency upgrades are one such conundrum: at face value they can
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How to save energy in schools: Energys Group’s quick wins

Everyone’s talking about ‘quick win’ energy efficiency upgrades for schools. But what are they, and how do you go about paying for them? By Kevin Cox, Managing Director, Energys Group
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Energy saving ideas for schools; what’s the best path to upgrading Victorian and Edwardian school buildings?

The Independent writes that an estimated 3,000 UK schools are thought to have Victorian buildings. While they may be fine pieces of architecture, such edifices are sadly, unsuited to modern
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BRE partners with ESTA for new ESOS compliance guide

The Building Research Establishment (BRE) has collaborated with the Energy Services and Technology Association (ESTA) to produce a new guide to help companies comply with the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme
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LED lighting for factories; a facility manager’s guide

For professionals wondering how to save energy in factories, retrofit LED solutions will deliver and perform better than legacy solutions. But choosing the best, well considered options and specifications depends
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Energy shortages are soaring before winter even sets in; energy efficient technology can help

The Independent is predicting that even a ‘moderately cold winter’ will increase the likelihood of the National Grid needing to use backup plans to keep the lights on. Felix Chow,
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Lighting stadia sustainably; why LED lighting is so essential in sporting venues

0Sports hall lighting rarely wins priority over other key investments, such as equipment or flooring. But it has a massive effect on player performance, safety and spectator enjoyment too. Energys
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The Government is banning the sale of T8 & T5 linear fluorescent lamps

Make the move to LED now!