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Adjustment of Auto LPG Ceiling Prices Adjustment of Auto-LPG Ceiling Prices in March 2010

The auto-LPG ceiling prices for dedicated LPG filling stations (DFSs) in March 2010 are in the range of $ 3.95 to $ 4.36 per litre, most of the ceiling prices remaining the same and only 4 DFSs having the ceiling prices reduced by $0.01 per litre from the ceiling prices in February 2010. Please click here to see the details of pricing adjustment mechanism for dedicated LPG filling stations.

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Buildings Energy Efficiency Bill introduced into Legislative Council (9 December 2009) Buildings Energy Efficiency Bill introduced into Legislative Council
(9 December 2009)

The Buildings Energy Efficiency Bill for mandatory implementation of the Building Energy Code was published in the Gazette (click here for the Bill) on 4 December 2009 and was introduced into the Legislative Council on 9 December 2009 to commence the vetting procedures (click here for the Legislative Council Brief). Please also click here for the press release or click here for more details.

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Registered Electrical Workers Safety Competition 2009 Registered Electrical Workers Safety Competition 2009

EMSD has conducted the "Registered Electrical Workers Safety Competition 2009" to arouse the safety awareness of electrical workers. The competition has been successfully completed. The prize presentation ceremony was held on 27 November 2009. Please click here for the competition results and other details.

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Mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme Initial phase of mandatory energy efficiency labelling scheme
to take full effect from Monday (9 November 2009)

The initial phase of the Mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme (MEELS) will be in full implementation from Monday (9 November). The initial phase of MEELS covers three types of prescribed products, namely room air conditioners, refrigerating appliances and compact fluorescent lamps. Starting from 9 November 2009, all prescribed products must carry energy labels with information on their energy efficiency performance before they are supplied to the local market. Please click here for the press release.

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Hong Kong Energy End-use Data 2009 "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data 2009"

The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has published "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data 2009 " which provide information on the consumption data of the different energy fuel types and the specific purposes for which these fuels are consumed, e.g. space-conditioning, lighting, cooking, etc. The data provide a better understanding of energy consumption pattern and usage in Hong Kong. For details, please click here to read / download the publication.

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CoP for the Electricity (Wiring) Regulations – 2009 Edition Code of Practice for the Electricity (Wiring) Regulations – 2009 Edition

The "Code of Practice for the Electricity (Wiring) Regulations – 2009 Edition" has been issued. The corresponding Gazette Notice was published on 20.2.2009. Please click here to download the softcopy of the new Code of Practice. The hardcopy can be purchased at the Publication Sales Unit of the Information Services Department at Room 402, Murray Building, Garden Road, Central.

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Code of Practice on Energy Labelling of Products Code of Practice on Energy Labelling of Products

The Director of Electrical and Mechanical Services has approved and issued a Code of Practice on Energy Labelling of Products under the Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance. The corresponding Gazette Notice was published on 23 May 2008. To download the Code of Practice, please click here.

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Periodic Test for Fixed Electrical Installations

Periodic Test for Fixed Electrical Installations A new webpage on periodic inspection, testing and certification for fixed electrical installations has been launched to facilitate installation owners in arranging the statutory required testing works. This webpage provides relevant information for the public and electrical trade members. Please click here to view the webpage.

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New Cable Colour Code New Cable Colour Code

From 1 July 2007, new colour cables can be used in fixed electrical installations in Hong Kong. EMSD has launched a webcorner where the trade can find updated information on the new cable colour code. There is also a training suite which provides an exercise on configuration of the new cable colour code for registered electrical workers.

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Voluntary Registration Scheme for Vehicle Mechanics Voluntary Registration Scheme for Vehicle Mechanics

With a view to enhancing the standard of the local vehicle maintenance trade, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department is implementing a voluntary registration scheme for vehicle mechanics. Starting from 4 January 2007, vehicle mechanics in possession of necessary qualification and/or experience may apply through this Scheme for becoming registered vehicle mechanics so that their qualification and competence will gain recognition.

 

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