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Driving Energy-Efficient Lighting in Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, CLASP is working with the government to introduce mandatory lighting efficiency policies, expected to save $1.8 billion USD and cut CO2 emissions by 22.8 million tons by 2040.

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Ten US States Commit to LEDs

Ten US states have taken decisive action to move lighting markets to efficient, mercury-free LED lightbulbs, cutting climate emissions.

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International Day of Light – How to Select the Best LED Bulb

Improving people’s access to affordable, clean, lighting lowers energy costs, improves safety, and increases productivity. CLASP efficiency experts share their tips on choosing the best LED bulb for homes and businesses.

Renewable Energy Systems

CLASP Chosen to Lead Initiative with Potential to Bring Clean Energy to Millions

CLASP was selected to lead the Energy Access Institutions Facility, and initiative aiming to accelerate access to life-changing, off-grid energy to millions of people.

Net Zero Heroes Event: The Essential Appliances for Climate Action

Watch the CLASP webinar on the landmark publication, Net Zero Heroes, and see how affordable, efficient appliances can boost climate action.

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Global Leaders Agree to Full Phase-Out of Fluorescent Lighting

Delegates to the Minamata Convention on Mercury address triple planetary crisis with fluorescent lamp phase-out.

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CLASP’s #NetZeroHeroes hit back at the climate crisis with actionable solutions

This November 2023, CLASP will celebrate the people and appliance heroes that are vital for mitigating the climate crisis and promoting equitable resilience; they are the #NetZeroHeroes.

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Lighting The Path to Net Zero: Boosting China’s LED Efficiency

CLASP is partnering with the China National Institute for Standardization to accelerate the country’s transition to more energy-efficient LEDs.

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Results from China’s Energy Efficiency Program Encourage Further Progress

Evidence of China’s successful energy efficiency policies encourages CLASP to continue raising ambition through collaboration with industry and government.

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Guarding Against Low-Efficiency Appliances in East & Southern Africa

Through UNIDO’s EELA project, CLASP is building compliance capacity to protect East and Southern African markets from energy inefficient appliances.

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Africa Region Galvanizes Efforts to End Mercury Lighting

The Africa delegation – representing 39 countries - to the Minamata Convention on Mercury introduced an amendment to phase out all remaining fluorescent lamps.

Insights into Energy Efficiency in Rio’s Favelas

‘Energy Efficiency in the Favelas’ report reveals new details about the impacts of energy inefficient services on residents in Rio de Janeiro favelas.

Renewable Energy Systems

Press Release: Productive Use Financing Facility Opens First Public Auction Window

CLASP & Nithio's Productive Use Financing Facility launches its first public auction window for procurement subsidies available to PUA companies and distributors in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Uganda.

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Tackling Water and Energy Inequality in the Favelas of Rio

Community youth and leaders generate data by and for the favelas on inequalities in water and energy access and quality.

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CLASP Supports First Lighting Efficiency Policies in Nigeria

CLASP is supporting the Nigerian government in accelerating the transition to energy-efficient, clean lighting

World’s Best MEPS: Tracking Global Leaders in Appliance Energy Efficiency Standards

A new analysis from CLASP showcases national policy leaders and offers recommendations for countries on the cusp of meeting global benchmarks.

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Insights into Our Global Campaign to Transition to LED Lighting

CLASP’s Clean Lighting Coalition (CLiC) launched in early 2021 to mobilize broad global support to accelerate the transition to LEDs through the Minamata Convention fourth Conference of Parties (COP4). After gaining valuable insights during the first phase of the campaign, we have compiled a case study of lessons learned and reflections as we pivot to Phase 2 in the lead up to COP5.

Renewable Energy Systems

GreenMax Capital Group and CLASP Launch Green4Access First Loss Facility to Drive Uptake of Renewable Energy Solutions in East and West Africa

Green4Access (G4A) is a new blended finance risk mitigation tool for energy access lending in East and West Africa supported by the IKEA Foundation. The increased financing triggered by G4A’s risk mitigation instruments will enable low-income households to invest in solar home systems and appliances, deliver mini-grid installations and improve service delivery at community health facilities.

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