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Carbon Audit
To assist the users and managers of buildings in enhancing their awareness of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, measuring GHG emission performance of their buildings and voluntarily participating in reduction and / or offset GHG emissions, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department and Environmental Protection Department have jointly prepared the "Guidelines to Account for and Report on Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Removals for Buildings of Commercial, Residential or Institutional Purposes in Hong Kong" (i.e. the carbon audit guidelines). The guidelines have been designed for voluntary and self reporting by the reporting entities, and provide a systematic and scientific approach to account for and report on the GHG emissions and removals from buildings.
Please click here [PDF format (224KB)] to download the carbon audit guidelines.
For more information on Green Hong Kong • Carbon Audit event, please click here.
(post date : 31.7.2008)
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Seminar on Energy Performance Contracting
On 10 July 2008, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department will hold a “Seminar on Energy Performance Contracting”. The Energy Services Companies (ESCO) and the stakeholders have been invited to share their experience in the Seminar. Please click here to see the highlights.
(post date : 19.6.2008)
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Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Bill
The Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Bill for implementing the first phase of the mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme was passed by the Legislative Council on 30 April 2008. Please click here for the press release (Chinese only).
(post date : 30.4.2008)
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Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme for Hot / Cold Bottled Water Dispensers
On 17 April 2008, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) extended the scope of the voluntary Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme to cover Hot / Cold bottled water dispensers. Please click here to see the press release for details.
(Post Date : 17.4.2008)
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"The 2nd Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Awards" - Awards Presentation Ceremony
The Awards Presentation Ceremony of the “The 2nd Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Awards”, organised by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, was held at Plaza Hollywood, Diamond Hill on 10 March 2008. Mr Edward YAU Tang-wah, JP, Secretary for the Environment, had officiated at the Ceremony.
Target participants of the competition were the commercial and residential buildings developed by or under the management of the Hong Kong Housing Authority, Hong Kong Housing Society, The Link Management Limited and the Urban Renewal Authority or their property management agents.
Please click here to see the press release.
(post date : 10.3.2008)
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On 28 January 2008, the Secretary for the Environment, Mr Edward Yau, said that Hong Kong had taken vigorous measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote energy efficiency. Officiating at the opening of the Symposium on “Electrical and Mechanical Safety and Energy Efficiency – A Better Future for All”, Mr Yau, said, “We are taking the lead in raising public awareness of climate change and introducing energy saving measures at different levels. A bill on the mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme is now being vetted by the Legislative Council.” Please click here to see the press release for details.
(post date : 28.1.2008)
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Symposium on Electrical and Mechanical Safety & Energy Efficiency - A Better Future for All
The annual Symposium on "Electrical and Mechanical Safety & Energy Efficiency" will be held on 28-29 January 2008 as follows: -
28 January 2008 (Monday) 13:00 - 17:00
29 January 2008 (Tuesday) 08:45 - 17:15
This year's theme is "A Better Future for All", and the Symposium will cover the current developments and technological advances that will enable a safer, greener and hence better living environment. For further information and registration, please click here.
(post date : 2.1.2008)
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Public Consultation on A Proposal on the Mandatory Implementation of the Building Energy Codes
The public consultation on the proposed mandatory Implementation of the Building Energy Codes was launched on 28 December 2007.
The Government now invites views and comments from the public on the proposal. The consultation period will be up to 31 March 2008.
Click here for details.
(post date : 28.12.2007)
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Symposium on Electrical and Mechanical Safety & Energy Efficiency - A Better Future for All
The annual Symposium on “Electrical and Mechanical Safety & Energy Efficiency” will be held at the Kowloon Shangri-La Hotel on 28-29 January 2008. This year's theme is "A Better Future for All", and the Symposium will cover the current developments and technological advances that will enable a safer, greener and hence better living environment. For further information and registration, please click here.
(post date : 16.11.2007)
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"Hong Kong Energy End-use Data 2007"
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has published "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data 2007 " 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.
(post date : 4.10.2007)
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HK Green Building Technology Net
Launched on 25 September 2007, the HK Green Building Technology Net is a new thematic website aiming to provide information on green building technologies.
On this website you will find information on sustainable building materials, how you can utilise sustainable resources as well as minimising energy consumption in buildings. Other information such as work principles, product suppliers, example projects, local activities and events relating to different kinds of green building technologies are also included in this website.
Visit the HK Green Building Technology Net at: http://gbtech.emsd.gov.hk to find out more about green building technologies.
(post date : 25.9.2007)
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Addendum 1 to Code of Practice for Energy Efficiency of Lighting Installations, 2007
The lighting idustry has provided valuable comments on the 2007 edition of the Code of Practice. An addendum to the Code of Practice is issued by EMSD to incorporate adjustments based on these comments, to enable the Code of Practice to better meet the needs of the building industry in general.
(post date : 30.8.2007)
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HK EE Net
A website for Energy Efficient Technologies
Launched on 23 June 2007, the HK EE Net is a new thematic website aiming to provide information on various energy efficient technologies to the public to facilitate the wider adoption of such technologies in Hong Kong.
On this website you will find technical information for over 50 energy efficient technologies that can be applied to building services installations (air conditioning installations, lighting installations, lifts & escalators installations, etc). Other information such as example projects, frequently asked questions (FAQs); related local activities and events are also provided.
Visit the HK EE Net at: http://ee.emsd.gov.hk
(post date : 23.6.2007)
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Bill to require mandatory energy efficiency labelling
The Government will introduce the Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Bill to the Legislative Council with a view to encouraging people to use energy efficient products. Please click here to see the press release for details.
(post date : 30.3.2007)
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HK RE Net
Launched on 23 March 2007, the HK RE Net is a new thematic website aiming to provide information on various renewable energy technologies to the public, so as to facilitate the wider adoption of such technologies in Hong Kong.
In the HK RE Net, renewable energy technologies are grouped under the four headings of: Solar, Wind, Energy-from-waste, and Other Renewable Energy Technologies. For each specific type of technology (such as Solar Water Heating System, Small Wind Turbine), information on working principles, application considerations, example projects, FAQ, etc. are provided.
Visit the HK RE Net at: http://re.emsd.gov.hk
(post date : 23.3.2007)
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Electrical & Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) has developed a set of comprehensive Building Energy Codes (BEC), namely the Codes of Practice for Energy Efficiency of Lighting, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Lift & Escalator Installations and the Performance-based Building Energy Code. The BEC provide the minimum energy efficiency standards for designers to follow. To keep in pace with technological advancement and embrace needs of the building industry, EMSD has updated the BEC to the 2007 edition and extended the Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Registration Scheme for Buildings to energy-audited buildings with good energy performance. For details please browse http://www.emsd.gov.hk/emsd/eng/pee/eersb.shtml
(post date : 22.3.2007)
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Symposium on "Electrical & Mechanical Safety & Energy Efficiency – Engineering a Safer and Greener Future"
The Electrical & Mechanical Services Department has organised a symposium entitled "Electrical & Mechanical Safety & Energy Efficiency – Engineering a Safer and Greener Future ". The symposium is held on 5-6 February 2007 at the Kowloon Shangri-La Hotel.
Please click here for details.
(post date : 6.2.2007)
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"Hong Kong Energy End-use Data 2006 Full Edition"
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has published "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data 2006 Full Edition". It provides 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 provides a better understanding of energy consumption patterns and usage in Hong Kong. For details, please click here to read / download the publication.
(post date : 11.1.2007)
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The Second Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Awards - Press Release
A press release on the Second Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Awards has been issued by EMSD on 20 November 2006. Please click here to view the details.
(post date : 20.11.2006)
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The Second Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Awards
Launching Ceremony of the energy saving competition, "The Second Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Awards", will be held in Lung Cheung Mall, Wong Tai Sin at 4 pm on 20 November 2006. Mr. Michael SUEN Ming-yeung, Secretary for Housing, Planning and Lands, will officiate at the launching ceremony. Please visit the Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Awards website to see the details.
(post date : 15.11.2006)
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"Action Blue Sky" Kick-off Ceremony
The kick-off ceremony of the "Action Blue Sky" campaign was held at the Olympian City II on 25 July 2006. The aim of the campaign is to encourage everyone in Hong Kong to take part in improving Hong Kong's air quality. The ceremony was officiated by the Chief Executive, Mr Donald Tsang; Secretary for the Environment, Transport & Works, Dr Sarah Liao; the Acting Permanent Secretary for the Environment, Transport & Works (Environment); Dr Michael Chiu, and the Director of Electrical and Mechanical Services, Mr Roger Lai. During the ceremony, 30 commercial organisations and schools pledged to maintain the room temperature of their premises at around 25.5 deg C in the summer to reduce energy consumption from air-conditioning. Please click here to see the press release for details or visit the EnergyLand website.
(Post Date : 25.07.2006)
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New “Code of Practice for Water-cooled Air Conditioning System” launched
The first edition of “Code of Practice for Water-cooled Air Conditioning System” has been released on this website. Please click here to view the code.
(Post Date : 21.07.2006)
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Energy Efficiency Labelling Schemes for Fax Machines
On 12 July 2006, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department extended the scope of the voluntary Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme to cover fax machines. Please click here to see the press release for details.
(Post Date : 12.07.06)
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Re-testing of room coolers
On 15 June 2006, The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department announced that the relevant suppliers have been asked to re-test the performance of energy efficiency of four models of their window type room coolers which did not meet the requirements set under the voluntary Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme. Please click here to view the press release.
(Post Date : 16.6.2006)
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Pilot scheme for water-cooled air-conditioning systems further extended
The Hong Kong SAR government has decided that the pilot scheme to allow wider use of fresh water for evaporative cooling in air conditioning systems in non-domestic buildings would be further extended for two years to 31 May 2008. Please click here for the latest details on water-cooled air conditioning systems.
(Post Date : 1.6.2006)
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Retrofit with Energy Efficient Fluorescent Lighting System
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has recently published a booklet on "Retrofit with Energy Efficient Fluorescent Lighting System". It introduces some new technologies for improving the energy efficiency of fluorescent lighting system. For details, please click here [PDF format (533KB)] to read / download the booklet or contact our Energy Efficiency Office on 2808 3465 for a printed copy.
(post date : 19.5.2006)
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"Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Awards" Presentation Ceremony
Organised by EMSD, the "Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Awards" presentation ceremony was held at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 9 May 2006. Please click here to see the press release for details.
(post date : 10.5.2006)
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Web-based Safety Quiz for Primary Students
In order to strengthen the awareness of E&M safety and energy efficiency, a 30-day web-based safety quiz (『 三 十 日 環 遊 機 電 世 界 』 之 網 上 問 答 比 賽 ) for primary students is being co-organized with HK Education City, a website of Education and Manpower Bureau. Many prizes are to be won. The quiz will commence on 12 December 2005 and end on 10 January 2006 (please click here for details). Posters of this quiz are displayed in all primary schools.
(post date : 12.12.2005)
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Public Consultation on Mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme
The public consultation on Mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme was launched on 29 July 2005. Click here to go to the relevant webpage.
(Post Date : 29.07.2005)
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Pilot Scheme for Wider Use of Fresh Water in Evaporative Cooling Towers
The Pilot Scheme Inter-departmental Working Group announced that the number of designated areas of the pilot scheme to allow the use of fresh water for evaporative cooling in air conditioning systems in non-domestic buildings would be increased to 71, with effect from 1 April 2005, to allow more owners of non-domestic buildings to use water-cooled air conditioning systems for conservation of energy. The requirements of operation, the forms and procedures of application of the pilot scheme have also been revised to enhance the workflow of application process as well as the performance monitoring of all completed systems. Please click here for more details on water-cooled air conditioning systems.
(Post Date : 01.04.2005)
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Technical Guidelines on Grid Connection of Small-scale Renewable Energy Power Systems
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has recently published a booklet, titled "Technical Guidelines on Grid Connection of Small-scale Renewable Energy Power Systems". The aim of this booklet is to assist the public to better understand the technical issues and application procedures relating to connection of small renewable energy installations to the electricity grid. Please click here for details.
(Post Date : 30.3.2005)
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Energy Efficiency Office 10th Anniversary Commemorative Booklet
The Energy Efficiency Office (EEO) was established in 1994. To celebrate its tenth anniversary, EEO published a commemorative booklet entitled "A Decade of Energy Efficiency and Conservation". The booklet records the work and the achievements of EEO in its first decade.
Please click here to download a softcopy of the booklet. For a printed copy, please contact us/EEO at 2881 1792.
(Post Date : 25.2.2005)
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Symposium on Latest Regulatory & Technological Development in Electrical & Mechanical Safety & Energy Efficiency
The Symposium on Latest Regulatory & Technological Development in Electrical & Mechanical Safety & Energy Efficiency organised by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department will be held on 3 - 4 March 2005. It will address issues on electrical and mechanical safety as well as energy efficiency from the sustainable development perspective. Please click here for details.
(Post Date : 25.2.2005)
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Energy Efficiency Labelling Schemes for Electronic Ballasts, Computers and Domestic Gas Instantaneous Water Heaters
On 23 December 2004, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department extended the scope of the voluntary Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme to cover electronic ballasts, computers and domestic gas instantaneous water heaters. Please click here to see the press release for details.
(Post Date : 23.12.2004)
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The Electrical & Mechanical Services Department has recently issued the revised Guidelines on Energy Audit (2004 Edition) to supersede the one published in 1993. This booklet provides the building users/ building owners/ building management/ operation and maintenance personnel with comprehensive information on how to conduct energy audits, including auditing procedures, selecting energy management opportunities to be implemented, writing audit reports and related report format, auditing skills required, and so on.
Please click here to view the new "Guidelines on Energy Audit". Printed copies of the booklet are available free of charge. Request by post shall be sent to the Energy Efficiency Office at 11/F, 111 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong or by email to : eepublic@emsd.gov.hk.
(Post Date : 21.7.2004)
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Pilot scheme for water-cooled air-conditioning systems second extended
On 29 May 2004, the Hong Kong SAR government announced that the pilot scheme to allow the use of fresh water for evaporative cooling in air conditioning systems in non-domestic buildings would be further extended for two years to 31 May 2006 and the number of designated areas of the scheme would be increased to 57 to allow more owners of non-domestic buildings to use water-cooled air conditioning systems for conservation of energy. A press release on the latest situation has been issued. Please click here for more details on water-cooled air conditioning systems.
(Post Date : 29.5.2004)
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"Save Fuel, Save the Environment" and "Fuel Economy Calculator"
The Electrical & Mechanical Services Department has recently published two pamphlets, titled "Save Fuel, Save the Environment" and "Fuel Economy Calculator", which aim at enhancing car users' awareness of fuel efficiency and environmental improvement needs. Click here to view the pamphlets.
Printed copies of these two pamphlets can be obtained for free from EMSD's Energy Efficiency Office: 11/F, 111 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong.
(Post Date : 8.4.2004)
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Hong Kong Energy End-use Data Now Updated to 2001
The Electrical & Mechanical Services Department has recently completed the compilation of the energy end-use data for year 2001. Results of the latest Transport Energy Consumption Survey and other related studies have been incorporated into the Year 2001 Transport Sector data.
The latest set of "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data (1991-2001)" is now available for viewing by the public on this web-site.
Printed copies of the data-set are available free at EMSD's Energy Efficiency Office: 11/F, 111 Leighton Road, CausewayBay, Hong Kong. Enquiries can be made to: energydata@emsd.gov.hk
Click here to view "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data (1991-2001)"
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(Post Date : 31.12.2003)
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Energy Efficiency Labelling Schemes for Televisions and LCD Monitors
On 22 December 2003, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department extended the scope of the voluntary Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme to cover televisions and LCD monitors. Please click here to see press release for details.
(Post Date : 22.12.03)
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Views Collected from the Public Consultation on Renewable Energy Stage 1 Study
Public consultation on the findings and recommendations of the Stage 1 Report of the "Study on the Potential Applications of Renewable Energy in Hong Kong" has recently been completed. Please click on the following links to view the Summary of Comments Received English (PDF format [124KB]), Traditional Chinese (PDF format [249KB]), Simplified Chinese (PDF formmat [216KB])) and the Appendix (PDF format [8.6MB]).
(Post Date : 6.8.2003)
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Symposium on Legionnaires' Disease and its Prevention
The Prevention of Legionnaires Disease Committee, with the secretariat supported by the Electrical & Mechanical Services Department, will organise a Symposium on Legionnaires' Disease and its Prevention at the Hospital Authority Headquarters Building on 12 December 2003. Please click here for more details.
(Post Date : 26.5.03)
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Consultancy Study on Life Cycle Energy Analysis of Building Construction
The Government signed a contract on 16 April 2003 with Ove Arup & Partners Hong Kong Ltd. to commission the latter to carry out an 18-months consultancy study on life-cycle energy analysis of building construction. The study will review the existing policies of different government bureaux and departments in respect of building construction and produce a new policy framework to meet the objective of sustainable development. The study will analysis the energy consumption pattern of commercial buildings and make use of life-cycle analysis data to develop an analysis software tool to evaluate and compare the energy and environmental burden imposed by commercial buildings. The study will also propose to the Government and the construction industry alternative materials and systems to improve the energy efficiency and environmental aspects of buildings. Finally, the study will produce a set of performance-based specifications for construction materials and building systems, for the future reference of the building construction industry.
There is a growing concern of the Government and the construction industry on the impact of sustainable development upon the long term planning and development of the society. The consultancy study will address the issue of lack of coordination among policies of different bureaux and departments with regard to the impact of building construction upon sustainable development, and will propose a new policy framework to strengthen inter-departmental communication and information exchange so as to facilitate more effective utilization of societal resources.
Besides, for life-cycle analysis of building systems and performance-based specifications for construction materials and building systems, similar works are rare locally and overseas. These will therefore take up a leading role in the context of efficient utilization of energy and environment conservation.
For further information, please contact the Energy Efficiency Office, Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (phone (852) 2881 1562).
(Post Date : 6.5.03)
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The Stage 1 Report of the "Study on the Potential Applications of Renewable Energy in Hong Kong"
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department commissioned a two-stage consultancy study in November 2000 to investigate the feasibility of wider application of new and renewable energy technologies in Hong Kong. Stage 1 Study evaluates the potential of various forms of new and renewable energy technologies for wide-scale local use, and related legal, institutional and promotional issues. It also makes recommendations for formulating an implementation strategy. Stage 1 Study has just been completed.
Please click on the following links to view relevant documents: Final Stage 1 Report [PDF format (6MB)] , Executive Summary of Stage 1 Study [PDF format (1.8MB)], and Frequently Asked Questions on the Executive Summary [PDF format (104KB)].
The findings and recommendations outlined in the Stage 1 Report are of the opinion of the consultants. The Government has yet to form a position on the consultants' findings and recommendations.
If you have any views, comments or suggestions regarding the findings and recommendations of the Stage 1 Study, please send your written submissions to us on or before 6 April 2003 -
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Forum on Energy Efficiency and Conservation
On 14 January 2003, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department organised a Forum on Energy Efficiency and Conservation. Please click here to see the press release for details.
(Post Date : 20.1.03)
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Hong Kong Energy End-use Data Now Updated to 2000
The Electrical & Mechanical Services Department recently completed the compilation of the energy end-use data for year 2000.
The new set of "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data (1990-2000)" is now available for viewing by the public on this web-site.
Printed copies of the data-set are available free at EMSD's Energy Efficiency Office: 11/F, 111 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. Enquiries can be made to: energydata@emsd.gov.hk
Click here to view "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data (1990-2000)"
(Post Date : 31.12.02)
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Energy Efficiency Labelling Schemes for Dehumidifiers and Laser Printers
On 30 December 2002, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department extended the scope of the voluntary Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme to cover dehumidifiers and laser printers. Please click here to see press release for details.
(Post Date : 30.12.02)
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Pilot Scheme for Wider Use of Fresh Water in Evaporative Cooling Towers for Energy-efficient Air Conditioning Systems
On 13 December 2002, the Hong Kong SAR government announced that the number of designated areas of the scheme would be increased to 45 to allow more non-domestic buildings to use water-cooled air conditioning systems for conservation of energy. Please see the press release and the location plans for Hong Kong Islands[PDF format (3.6MB)], the location plans for Kowloon [PDF format (8MB)], and the location plans for the New Territories [PDF format (6.6MB)] to
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(Post Date : 20.12.02)
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Implementation Study for Water-cooled Air Conditioning Systems at Wanchai and Causeway Bay
The Electrical & Mechanical Services Department has awarded a HK$3.8 million consultancy contract to Parsons Brinckerhoff (Asia) Limited to undertake a 15-month study for the implementation of Water-cooled Air Conditioning Systems (WACS) in Wanchai and Causeway Bay districts. The districts have a mix of offices, commercial developments, hotels and governmentoffices that provide a good potential for development of WACS.
WACS is considered more energy efficient and more environmentally friendly than conventional air-cooled air conditioning system.
However, implementing WACS in existing urban developments, like Wanchai and Causeway Bay, is often physically constrained by lack of infrastructure, congested utilities underneath the road, disruption to traffic during construction etc,. In this study, the consulting company is required to formulate plans, programmes and contract strategies for the phased implementation of WACS in the districts, taking into account the complex issues of future district development, traffic arrangement, liabilities, property rights, land uses, financing, private sector investment,infrastructural constraints, regulatory and institutional framework,WACS technology development and environmental impacts with a view to minimizing the impacts on the business and local community. The photograph shows representatives of EMSD and PBA in the Contract Signing Ceremony.
(Post Date : 5.3.02)
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The first issue of "EnergyWits"
Our Energy Efficiency Office recently published the first issue of "EnergyWits", a newsletter promoting the efficient use of energy. The newsletter consists of a focus article, a feature article, details of progress on current initiatives, a quiz, etc. The focus article in this issue provides a bird's-eye view of overall energy consumption patterns in Hong Kong. The feature article describes our attempts to use innovative energy-efficient equipment in government premises. Through the newsletter, we aim to share our past efforts and experiences in the area of energy efficiencywith readers, while also instilling and raising social and community awareness in energy efficiency and environmental protection. Apart from the printed version, an electronic copy of the newsletter is also available at this website for on-line viewing. If you are interested, simply proceed to our "Promoting Energy Efficiency" page and click on the appropriate link to view the newsletter.
(Post Date : 27.2.02)
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Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme for Petrol Passenger Cars
On 22 February 2002, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department extended the scope of the voluntary Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme to cover petrol passenger cars. Please click here to see press release for details.
(Post Date : 22.2.02)
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News for Consultancy Study
The Consultancy Study for Developing a Performance-Based Building Energy Code Using Total-Energy-Budget Approach was awarded to Messrs. Parsons Brinckerhoff (Asia) Ltd. The 8-month study commenced on December 28, 2001. The current building energy codes are prescriptive in nature. This study aims to provide an alternative route in terms of total-energy-budget for compliance with existing codes. The alternative approach will provide more flexibility for designers and better adaptation of innovative design. The photograph shows the contract signing ceremony held on January 4, 2002.
(Post Date : 6.2.02)
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Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme for Electric Rice-cooker and Multifunction Device
On 28 December 2001, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department extended the scope of the voluntary Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme to cover electric rice-cooker and multifunction device (office equipment capable for copying/printing/faxing). Please click here to see press release for details.
(Post Date : 28.12.01)
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Pilot Scheme for Water-cooled air-conditioning system
On 6 June 2001, the Hong Kong Government announced a 2nd batch of eleven new designated areas and a revised scheme area for inclusion in the pilot scheme for the wider use of fresh water in evaporative cooling towers for water-cooled air-conditioning systems in non-domestic buildings. Thisextension of the scheme areas marks a further step forward in conserving energy in Hong Kong. For details, please refer to EMSD's press release of 6 June 2001.
The Government appealed to building owners in the designated areas in Wan Chai, Mong Kok, Pok Fu Lam, Tai Po Industrial Estate, Yuen Long Industrial Estate, Hung Hom(1), NorthPoint, Mong Kok(2), Shum Shui Po(1), Sham Shui Po(2),Kowloon Tong, Kowloon Bay, Kwai Chung, Tsuen Wan, TuenMun(1), Tuen Mun(2) and Hung Hom(2) to take part in the scheme as its benefits on the community are substantial.The location plans of these new areas can be viewed on the supplementary location plans [PDF format (606KB)] for 2nd batch designated scheme areas of the pilot scheme. For further information on the 1st batch of designated scheme areas and application procedures, the pilot scheme brochure [PDF format (3MB)] provides full details.
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12th Meeting of APEC Expert Group on Energy Data & Analysis
The 12th Meeting of the APEC Expert Group on Energy Data & Analysis was successfully held on 26 to 27 March 2001 in Hong Kong. The Electrical & Mechanical Services Departmentrepresented Hong Kong, China to host the meeting.
Delegates from most APEC member economies and also international organizations including the Asia Pacific Energy Research Centre, the ASEAN Centre of Energy, and the International Energy Agency had participated in the meeting.
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Household Energy Consumption Study 2001
The Electrical & Mechanical Services Department has awarded a consultancy agreement to MVA Hong Kong Ltd. for undertaking the "Household Energy Consumption Study 2001".
The study includes field survey, regression model building and statistical analysis work. Over two thousand households throughout the territory of Hong Kong will be surveyed for the purpose of gathering data related to energy consumption, appliance holding and usage, etc. Regression models will then be built and statistical analysis will be carried out to obtain useful indices.
Such indices will facilitate a better understanding of theenergy use situation of households in Hong Kong, and will provide up-to-date data for updating the Hong Kong Energy End-use Database.
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Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme for Photocopiers and Water Heaters
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has extended the scope of its voluntary Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme (EELS) to cover photocopiers and household electric storage water heaters. Prior to that, in December 2000,the EELS administered by the EMSD was only applicable to household electrical appliances. Since its introduction, the scheme already covers household refrigerators, room coolers, washing machines, electric clothes dryers and compact fluorescent lamps. The incorporation of photocopiers is an important step forward to further extend the coverage of the scheme by including office equipment under its scope. For details, please refer to HK Special AdministrativeRegion Government's press release issued on 28 December 2000.
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Pilot Scheme for Water-cooled air-conditioning system
On 31 May 2000, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department held a press conference to announce the launch of a pilot scheme to test the wider use of fresh water for water-cooledair-conditioning systems in non-domestic buildings. As detailed in the press release, the Director of Electrical and Mechanical Services said the scheme would mark a major step forward in conserving energy in Hong Kong.
The Director also appealed to building owners in the six designated areas in Wan Chai, Mong Kok, Pok Fu Lam, Tai Po Industrial Estate, Yuen Long Industrial Estate and Hung Hom to take part in the scheme as its benefits and impact on the community are evaluated. For further information of designated scheme areas and application procedures, the pilot scheme brochure [PDF format (3MB)] provides full details.
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Hong Kong Energy End-use Data Now Updated to 1999
The Electrical & Mechanical Services Department recently completed the compilation of the energy end-use data for 1999.
The new set of "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data (1989-1999)" is now available for viewing by the public at this web-site.
The term "energy end-use" refers to the specific purposes for which energy is finally consumed, such as that used for air-conditioning, lighting, and cooking.
The data set, covering the energy end-uses for civilian consumption from 1989 to 1999, will help to increase public understanding on the energy consumption situation in Hong Kong, and arouse public concern about the future development of energy in Hong Kong.
Copies of the data set are available free at EMSD's Energy Efficiency Office: 11th floor, 111 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. Telephone enquiries can be made to: 2881 1562.
Click here to view "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data (1989-1999)"
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Hong Kong Energy End-use Data Now Updated to 1998
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department recently completed the compilation of the energy end-use data for 1998.
The new set of "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data (1988-1998)" is now available for viewing by the public on this website.
The term "energy end-use" refers to the specific purposes for which energy is finally consumed, such as that used for air-conditioning, lighting and cooking.
The data set, covering the energy end-uses for civilian consumption from 1988 to 1998, will help to increase public understanding on the energy consumption situation in Hong Kong, and arouse public concern about the future development of energy in Hong Kong.
Copies of the data set are available free at EMSD's Energy Efficiency Office: 11th floor, 111 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. Telephone enquiries can be made to: 28811562.
Click here to view "Hong Kong Energy End-use Data (1988-1998)"
December 2000
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