METI / ECCJ / ACE Training Program MTPEC04 (2006.02)

9.Promotion of High-Efficiency Boilers

- Energy demand for hot-water supply dominates about 30% of the total energy consumptionin a household.
- A subsidy system has been introduced to promote the proliferation of energy efficient hot-
water systems.

10.Reduction in Standby Power Consumption

- Standby power consumption in the household sector accounts for about 10% of its total power consumption.
- The home appliance industry has introduced a voluntary program for reducing standbypower consumption.

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