Home energy consumption will rise unless manufacturers take steps to improve efficiency for electronics such as big-screen televisions, cable boxes and digital video recorders. NRDC studies measure the energy use of commonly owned electronics to see how much energy could be saved through product innovation. This index of NRDC information by product category presents research on energy saving options and policy recommendations.
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Cellular Phones: Advancements in Energy Efficiency and Opportunities for Energy Savings - Issue Paper (PDF) Tuning in to Energy Efficiency: Prospects for Saving Energy in Televisions - Fact Sheet (PDF) Cable and Satellite Set-Top Boxes: Opportunities for Energy Savings - Issue Paper (PDF) Televisions: Active Mode Energy Use and Opportunities for Energy Savings - Issue Paper (PDF)Related Issues
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