UN Approval for a Globally Unique OSRAM Model for Reducing CO2 in Lighting Applications (2007-03-21)
OSRAM is the world’s first lighting manufacturer to receive approval from the United Nations for a “Clean Development Mechanism” (CDM) for reducing CO2 emissions. This sustainable methodology based on the Kyoto Protocol will enable many millions of incandescent light bulbs to be directly replaced by energy-saving lamps over the next few years in developing and emerging countries mainly in Africa and Asia. It will then be possible to trade the CO2 certificates obtained in this way. “OSRAM is sending out a clear and practical signal with regard to climate protection”, said Franzjosef Schafhausen, Head of Division, environment and energy issues, climate policy in the German Federal Environment Ministry
