IEC calls on disruptive technology for universal energy access
Announcing the LVDC Conference on Sustainable Electricity Access, 22-23 May 2017, in Nairobi
IoT 2020: Smart and secure IoT platform
Geneva, Switzerland, 16 February 2017 – The Internet of Things (IoT) significantly impacts the global economy and is expected to grow exponentially over the coming years, transforming society as a whole. In order to develop a smart and secure IoT platform, certain critical issues must be addressed in detail to ensure security, interoperability and scalability of the platform. The topic attracts a lot of interest among a very large and diverse community of stakeholders, and the refined solutions
Measuring up – International Standards for quantities and units are under revision
Geneva, Switzerland, 30 January 2017 – What are the correct symbols for bits and bytes? How do you accurately measure the spectrum of light? How do you quantify airborne sound? Consistency in quantities and units is essential for accurate measurement and can only be achieved if everyone is using the same language. The ISO/IEC 80000 series of Standards does just that, and it is currently under revision.
The ISO/IEC 80000 quantities and units series is referenced in the Bureau International des P
The IEC announces new generation of smart charging for consumer portable devices
Geneva, Switzerland, 15 December 2016 – The amount of global e-waste — discarded electrical and electronic equipment — reached nearly 42 million tons in 2014. By next year it is predicted that the world will produce approximately 50 million metric tonnes of e waste/year, according to a study conducted by a partnership of United Nations organizations, industry, governments and scientists.
In an effort to increase consumer convenience and reduce e-waste, the IEC is now enabling a smart charging s
International cooperation between the IEC and eCl@ss e. V.
Industry hails the harmonization of standards in electrical engineering and electronics as a great breakthrough for digital data exchange and an important gain for the sector.
Outstanding contributions of 8 technology leaders recognized
2016 Thomas A. Edison Awards for exceptional achievement
Geneva, Switzerland – The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) has paid tribute to the dedication and work of eight leaders of the IEC family who, through their outstanding commitment and expertise, have contributed to making products and electrical systems safer, more energy efficient and more compatible.
At the IEC 80th General Meeting in Frankfurt, the following were recognized with the 2016 Thomas A. Edison Award:
• Robert
Landmark agreement further strengthens global trade and broadens market access for European and international companies
The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) and CENELEC the European standards organization commit to further increase alignment between International and European standards.
Geneva, Switzerland; Brussels, Belgium; 17 October 2016 – Friday, during the annual IEC General Meeting in Frankfurt, the IEC, which publishes the large majority of International Standards for electrical and electronic devices and systems, and CENELEC, its counterpart at the European level, have signed an agreement