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This database currently includes about 300 technologies and is updated regularly. You can scroll through the entire database or you can use the search tool on the right to focus on specific types of technologies or sectors. The search tool defaults to looking for the exact phrase entered in the search box, however a broader search is possible by unchecking the 'Use exact phrase' option.
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Diamond Coated Centrifugal Pump Mechanical Seals

Ultra-hard, low-friction surface coating made of synthetic diamond material used to seal pumps used in particularly harsh environments, improving friction losses by roughly 75%.

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Energy Savings: 1%

ID: 22

Energy Efficient Stationary Engine Block Heater

Block heater with circulating pump to reduce energy use.

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Energy Savings: 36%

Regional Potential: 0.07 MWh/year

ID: 381

High speed Turbo Blower for Wastewater Treatment

A high-speed centrifugal blower with high flow and high pressure output utilizing magnetic or airfoil bearings and integrated variable speed control.

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Energy Savings: 20%

Regional Potential: 0.06 MWh/year

ID: 310

Smart Grid

A suite of sensors, controls and communications equipment which, when combined with sophisticated software tools, can monitor and respond to grid conditions and control energy loads.

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Energy Savings: 0%

ID: 128

Ultracapacitors

An electro-chemical energy storage device, but unlike a battery, which stores energy chemically, ultracapacitors store energy through electro-static charge, without making use of any chemical reactions. This means that an ultracapacitor has some characteristics of a tradi...

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Energy Savings: 0%

ID: 21

Level	Status	Description
1	Concept not validated	Claims of energy savings may not be credible due to lack of documentation or validation by unbiased experts.
2	Concept validated:	An unbiased expert has validated efficiency concepts through technical review and calculations based on engineering principles.
3	Limited assessment	An unbiased expert has measured technology characteristics and factors of energy use through one or more tests in typical applications with a clear baseline.
4	Extensive assessment	Additional testing in relevant applications and environments has increased knowledge of performance across a broad range of products, applications, and system conditions.
5	Comprehensive analysis	Results of lab and field tests have been used to develop methods for reliable prediction of performance across the range of intended applications.
6	Approved measure	Protocols for technology application are established and approved.

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