2013 International CES: Eco-Design and Sustainable Technologies

The 2013 International CES show is the biggest trade show in the Americas and includes some of the newest eco-design and sustainable technologies. The show is organized by the Consumer Electronics Association and takes place in Las Vegas from January 8 to January 11. Last year 156,000 people attended CES 2012. The show is huge covering almost 2 million square feet of booths and exhibits. CES is not open to the general public and is intended for people in the consumer electronics industry. For those who cannot or will not attend here is a summary of some of the environmentally oriented gadgets at this year's show.

Eastman Kodak Company Kodak: EasyShare S730 Digital Frame The KODAK EASYSHARE S730 Digital Frame allows you to share your pictures anywhere in your home, thanks to the rechargeable battery. Easily navigate and explore up to 8000 pictures.

Eastman Kodak Company: EmberCeptor computer and AV series are 'world first' fully automated power saving devices suitable for all computer and audio visual applications and setups.

Kadence Designs LLC:  Klipsch is the exclusive USA licensee/distributor of LightSpeaker A combination LED light and wireless amplified loudspeaker that screws into an edison socket. Allows for distributed audio through out a home or office up to 12 speakers/lights.

LG Electronics USA:   LG Electronics 47-inch LE8500 Full LED Slim LCD HDTV, LG's 47-inch wireless-ready Full LED Slim HDTV offers a seamless design combined with an energy saving technology including local dimming, environmentally friendly and recyclable materials and LG's Intelligent Sensor function.

OmniMount: OmniLite Series™.  OL200FT Engineered and packaged with the environment in mind, OmniMount's OL200FT has an efficient dual-function design and is perfect for eco-conscious consumers looking for an extra large flat panel mounting solution.

Powertech Industrial Co., Ltd: USB Smart Surge Protector USB Smart Surge Protector is an innovative product which is designed for energy conservation and provides easy & efficient way to manage power outlets and stop stand-by power waste.

Technologies Samsung Electronics America, Inc.: Samsung 30" Free-Standing Induction Range The Samsung FTQ307 free-standing induction range provides consumers with a new choice for cooking that offers rapid heat, precise controls, cool-to-the-touch features, easy cleaning, and exceptional value.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc.:   Samsung 700Z. AMOLED Digital Photo Frame Innovative digital photo frames features AMOLED display with 4GB internal memory, Bluetooth for content sharing and can also double as Mini Monitor via UbiSync (video over USB).  

America Samsung Reclaim(TM): The Samsung Reclaim is the first eco-centric phone in the U.S. made from bio-plastic material, extracted from corn. The Reclaim is designed with environmentally-responsible components and fully recyclable packaging.

Sanyo North America Eneloop Bike: The SANYO eneloop synergetic hybrid bicycle incorporates a novel, environmentally friendly drive system that brings a new consciousness and sensation to the bicycle experience.

Sharp Electronics Corporation:  The 52-inch AQUOS LED Liquid Crystal Television (the LC-52LE700UN AQUOS LED LCD TV) offers the lowest power consumption of any available 52-inch LCD TV. Sharp's UltraBrilliant LED System provides superior picture quality and enables significant environmental benefits.

Torrent, Inc.: SureConnect(TM) HDMI Cable. Innovative cables offering maximum performance through patented connection technology while eliminating the lead, phthalates, PVC and halogens common to other cables. The perfect balance of technology and sustainability.

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2013 International CES: Smartphones and Eversense 2.0

CES Las Vegas is the world's largest consumer electronics show and there are many technologies on display that can help to minimize our footprints. Smartphones are a ubiquitous part of our lives, however more than half (65%) of the time these phones are being used for purposes other than communications. Increasingly smartphones are becoming interfaces to services. They are now handheld computing tools that can serve our energy and environment needs. This includes everything from monitoring our energy use to calculating our carbon footprints.

One stellar example of a new home energy management system is Eversense 2.0, it uses your phone to turn lights turn off and adjust the thermostat, it can even set your alarm.

Allure Energy introduced EverSense 2.0 at CES. The goal of this device is to automate home energy management in a way that is simple and fun. EverSense 2.0 is an Interactive Home Environment that users can easily setup and manage automatically.

EverSense is but one example of a number of intelligent thermostats. What sets EverSense apart is its ease of use. A mobile app connects your smartphone back to your home and allows you to set triggered events based upon location. So, for example, as you approach your home the thermostat can turn on, enabling you to turn it down when you are not there. This system can also be used by all family member through multiple devices which can be paired with the system.

For those concerned about privacy the release does expressly indicate your location and info is never sent to the cloud, it remains secure on your smartphone.

SyncPads can also allow you to do things like shut down all lights when the phone is placed on your night table.

EverSense is also looking to the future. In an era of increasingly frequent extreme weather events, EverSense intends to incorporate a weather application including animated radar.

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DEP Water Quality Management Planning in NJ (Event)

On June 8, 2012, an event titled "DEP Water Quality Management Planning in NJ" will take place from 8 am to 10:30 am at the College of New Jersey in Ewing, NJ. Join PlanSmart NJ, APA NJ and The Sustainability Institute for their first policy briefing exploring the changing landscape of DEP water quality management planning in NJ. Hear speakers representing different perspectives discuss the opportunities and challenges they face.

The list of speakers includes Tim Dillingham, Executive Director, American Littoral Society; Raymond Ferrara, PhD., Principal, Omni Environmental; David Fisher, PP/AICP, Vice President of Governmental Affairs,K. Hovnanian Homes; Michelle Siekerka, Esq., Assistant Commissioner, Economic Growth and Green Energy, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection; and Neil Yoskin, Esq., Partner, Sokol Behot & Fiorenzo

The cost for PlanSmart NJ member is $45, non-profit/government is $55 and non-member is $65 (Registration fee includes continental breakfast).

To register click here.

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Impact of International Green Construction Code (Event)

On June 5, 2012 an event will take place titled, "Impact of International Green Construction Code (IgCC) on New Jersey." It will take place at Atlantic Cape Community College, Worthington Atlantic City Campus from 8:30am to 5:30pm. Over the last several years the International Code Council has been in the process of developing the International Green Construction Code (IgCC). This code is intended to serve as a model for various state building codes. It was prepared in collaboration with the USGBC, ASHRAE and AIA. The IgCC which is scheduled to launch later this Spring.

This professional development seminar will address key features of the IgCC and its coordination with other sustainable development guideline. The seminar will address the IqCC's impact on green building and sustainable design in New Jersey. This seminar will also address various issues concerning the professional standard of care, legal and contractual obligations, and incurability.

The cost for this seminar is $249 which includes a continental breakfast and lunch.

For more information or to register contact Dharmesh Dave at (609) 343-5658 or email him at ddave@atlantic.edu

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LEED-certified Green House Tour (Event)

On May 30, 2012, at 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. a LEED event titled "Certified Green House Tour" will take place in Harding Township, New Jersey. Ever wondered what you could do to your home to make it a more environmentally friendly place to live? This unique tour highlights the planning and implementation that goes into constructing a LEED-certified home.  This event will teach people about LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and other eco-friendly building terms.

Participants will tour a property in Harding Township which manages 100% of its roofline runoff from rainfall into a series of rain gardens, and has cisterns that store rain water for use in toilets and hose bibs throughout the main house.

This event will address the design and construction that is involved in undertaking a LEED project. Group size is limited.

Members: Free. Non-members: $10.

To register click here or call 973-538-3500.

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NJ Association of Energy Engineers 2012 Energy Forum (Event)

On May 16, 2012 an event about the future of energy will take place at Center Hall, Rutgers University Busch Student Center 604 Bartholomew Rd., Piscataway, New Jersey. The keynote speaker is Robert Hanna, President NJ BPU. 

This 1-day seminar provides a unique opportunity to understand the direction of energy policy, support programs and future energy supply in New Jersey as well as providing a review of current energy technology developments including building energy efficiency. Portions will likely qualify for LEED and/or NJ Professional Engineering Continuing Education credits.

Agenda: 8 AM - Registration/Breakfast;  9-12 NJ Energy Policy; Programs & Supply, 1-3 Energy Technology; Building Efficiency. 

This is this year's most comprehensive seminar on New Jersey energy issues. It includes speakers from the NJ Board of Public Utilities, Federal Dept. of Energy, Economic Development Authority, PSEG and others. 

For more information or to register click here. 

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PENPAC Legislative Roundtable (Event)

On May 16, 2012 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. the PENPAC roundtable event will be taking place at CIANJ Headquarters, located at 61 S. Paramus Rd., Paramus, New Jersey. The event will address environmental regulations and laws which have a far reaching impact on business, affecting land use, air quality, water, energy, transportation, and infrastructure.

This year New Jersey is in the final stages of a monumental change in the way contaminated sites are cleaned up. The state is now authorizing licensed site remediation professionals to oversee the work.

Join Assemblywomen L. Grace Spencer and Holly Schepisi as they discuss these changes and other key environmental issues facing New Jersey.

For more information click here. To register click here.

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Note: Please note that due to the unfortunate passing of Assemblywoman Spencer's mother, the meeting has been postponed. Please check back for updates.

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