In the March issue of this newsletter, the increasing need for batteries was addressed, considering then primarily batteries for reducing climate change through electrification of mobility such as electric vehicles (EVs), and the broader energy transition. Also, the growing demand for batteries is evident for consumer electronics with all sorts of fixed and mobile electronic devices, including micro batteries in wearables such as for medical use/health care and personal monitoring as described in the 3rd article below.
The Republic of Indonesia is comprising over 17000 islands located in Southeast Asia and Oceania. With over 280 mill people, it is the world’s fourth most populus country.
The Indonesian National Standards AgencyBSNhas recently released an updated list of mandatory SNI standards for Audio/Video products and Primary Batteries, which may be seenhere(in Indonesian).
Over the past 12 months, there have been a growing number of electrical and electronic products with embedded artificial intelligence (AI). From medical devices supporting doctors in diagnostics, to household appliances that optimize food preparation programs, and smart home systems that adjust to human presence and behavior, AI is increasingly allowing to operate without direct human input or control. This shift brings exciting possibilities but also calls for new approaches to control, quality management, and compliance.
The market for electronic wearables is booming, not least in the medical field with the increase in digital health applications, with more and more people able to monitor their health from home.
Smart wearable patches require unobtrusive and small sources of power to operate, which also need to be flexible, and this can be a challenge. The technology for flexible batteries is, however, improving fast, having evolved in line with the growth of the wearables market from 2014 onwards.
According to media in USA, their governmental Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to cancel the ENERGY STAR program. This program is known for its iconic blue labels that have certified energy-efficient home appliances for over 30 years. This is apparently part of a plan to eliminate two key EPA divisions focused on climate change and energy efficiency, both of which are within the agency’s Office of Air and Radiation. The moves will impact several climate programs including the greenhouse gas reporting program.
The recently released statistics by the IECEE show that a total of 125,168 international CB Test Certificates (CBTCs) were issued in 2024 and indicate a continued growth trend. (The high figures in 2020 and 2021 are regarded as exceptions, due to launching of some important new standard editions).
The graph above shows the impressive annual growth in the number of CBTCs issued annually over the past 28 years.
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