Eco-Friendly Actions at the PCC Edmonds
If you’ve been to Edmonds, WA recently, you may have noticed the new PCC store and, perhaps, even purchased some of its organic food products. What’s less visible is the collection of eco-friendly measures that save both energy and water. PCC partnered with the PUD as part of its New Construction Program to identify energy-saving opportunities.

D.O.E. Energy Star Requirements
Recently, a new Energy Star requirement for solid-state lighting (SSL) luminaires has been introduced that has implications for LED power supply designers and may also provide insight into future Energy Star requirements. Most people are familiar with the Energy Star logo but may not recognize its impact. The program, which is coordinated jointly by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Environmental Protection Energy (EPA), proposes Energy Star requirements for a host of goods, from appliances to roofing products.