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cepro.com - 30 days ago
California Postpones Vote on TV Energy Standards
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11.05.2009 The California Energy Commission (CEC) delayed a vote on setting new energy-efficiency standards for TVs in the state, planning to now address the issue at its Nov. 18 business meeting. The Commission is considering proposed sales restriction for energy-hogging TVs that will be ...

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CrunchGear:  California Energy Commission delays TV regulation meeting to ‘consider’ submitted opinions

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California Energy Commission delays TV regulation meeting to ‘consider’ submitted opinions
CrunchGear — ... . The CEC has delayed a meeting wherein it was to discuss the possible implementation of a ban of sorts on the sale of energy-hogging televisions. The Consumer Electronics Agency (it organizes CES every year) has been fighting against the measure, arguing that any such regulation would necessarily raise TV prices, stifle innovation, etc. ...

Attention Californians: Your TV is Safe...For a Little While Longer
About.com Home Theater — Due to the last minute submission of comments by the CEA (Consumer Electronics Association) in opposition to proposed TV energy consumption regulations, the CEC (California Energy Commission) has postponed its decision until at least November 18th. For more details, check out the report from CE Pro. ...

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