Advancing energy efficiency: news, industry events, and application tips
Welcome to the latest edition of the ETL newsletter! We’ve been busy engaging with industry experts, from the BESA Industry Awards to the Smart Buildings Show, spotlighting innovative ETL-listed products. In the Society of Light and Lighting’s (SLL) Light Lines Magazine, we discuss the ETL’s role in advancing sustainable lighting standards. On top of further product additions, we are also performing a reassessment under our 2023/24 Research Programme to keep our listings aligned with the top 25% of energy-efficient technologies. Plus, don’t miss our upcoming video interview with Baxi’s Andy Gregory, highlighting installers’ role in the transition to heat pumps.
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The ETL out and about: Industry events recap and upcoming shows
The ETL team has been attending key industry events, sharing insights about the ETL’s role in advancing energy-efficient technologies and connecting with experts across the sector. Recently, we attended the Smart Buildings Show at ExCel London, where our team members were pleased to see products showcasing the ETL logo, such as the Spacewell Energy (Dexma) by MCS NV and S&S Northern’s HVAC Building Controls Merlin (3000S).
We also attended the BESA Industry Awards as guests of Eurovent Certification, and had the chance to network with industry leaders and celebrate excellence in building services. Our partnership with Eurovent Certification, who sponsored the New Product or Technology category, highlights our joint effort to facilitate easier access to energy-efficient products by aligning testing standards.
Looking ahead, we’ll be at CIBSE Build2Perform at ExCel on November 13-14. Let us know if you would like us to stop by to visit you.
The ETL featured in the Society of Light and Lighting’s (SLL) Light Lines Magazine
In the latest issue of Light Lines Magazine, the ETL and Sophie Parry, Chair of the Society of Light and Lighting’s Technical Publications Committee, explore the ETL's vital role in supporting the lighting industry amidst rising energy efficiency demands. The article highlights the challenges and opportunities for lighting professionals transitioning to sustainable technologies, particularly in office spaces where lighting accounts for a significant portion of energy consumption.
The ETL not only catalogues energy-saving technologies but also sets specific standards for performance, helping both manufacturers and purchasers make informed choices. Featuring technologies like Efficient White Lighting Units and Building Lighting Controls, the ETL supports a shared commitment to reducing energy consumption, aligning innovation with sustainability goals. For industry professionals eager to leverage the ETL in their sustainability efforts, the article is must read.
To help ensure a smooth application process, the ETL Team has shared valuable tips for avoiding common pitfalls and successfully navigating the ETL portal.
Key highlights include leveraging Companies House registration number integration for quick UK-based registrations, and understanding the application portal’s bulk upload feature, which is ideal for large portfolios.
Manufacturers are also encouraged to ensure consistent model and product alignment across documentation and to utilise representative testing options to meet compliance without added costs. For added support, the ETL offers FAQs, video tutorials, and a detailed Guidance Note on the ETL website.
Video from the Baxi 2024 Installer Skills Survey event
The ETL is excited to release a new interview with Andy Gregory, Senior Training Officer at Baxi Solutions Academy - Warwick. This video stems from our attendance at the Baxi 2024 Installer Skills Survey event. In this, Andy Gregory shares firsthand insights on the skills, training, and support needed to empower installers in adopting heat pump installations.
Hisa Engineering Ltd lists their first products with four heat pumps on the ETL
This is an exciting new addition to our Heat Pumps category and a first for Hisa Engineering Ltd, offering more choices to users of the ETL and furthering progress on the path to Net Zero. They had this to say about being listed on the ETL:
“Being on the Energy Technology List offers our customers confidence in choosing Hisa heat pumps, providing assurance of energy efficiency, lower running costs, and eligibility for government incentives. It’s a step towards sustainability that supports both financial and environmental savings.”
Product reassessment under the ETL 2023/24 Research Programme
As part of the 2023/24 ETL Research Programme, we are finalising a product reassessment to update currently listed products with new ETL criteria. Data was requested from manufacturers in early September, and over 50% have responded so far. We ask that any manufacturers who have yet to respond—please submit the requested information to ensure your listings remain current.
Across each of our 65 sub-technologies, the ETL Research Programme benchmarks the market at least once every four years, maintaining our commitment to listing the top 25% of energy-efficient products.
An ETL listing not only highlights your products’ energy performance but also positions them as trusted choices for purchasers aiming to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.
The process is straightforward: visit our ETL Manufacturers page to explore eligible technologies, check the criteria, and begin your application. For a quick start, watch our video guide on applying to the ETL.
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your energy-efficient products to a broad audience—get listed on the ETL today!
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